BY AHMED AKANBI
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kwara State has dissolved all its caucuses across the 16 local government areas of the state ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The decision, which took immediate effect, was reached by the State Executive Committee, SEC, and other key stakeholders during a closed-door meeting with the party leader and former President of the 8th Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki.
The meeting was part of Saraki’s recent homecoming and stakeholders’ engagements in the state.
Announcing the development in a statement on Sunday, the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, said the move was aimed at repositioning the PDP for a stronger showing in 2027.
According to him, the dissolution is part of a broader plan to refresh the party’s structures, introduce new hands and expand participation among members across the state.
“The journey towards 2027 has effectively commenced,” Adewara said, adding that “the party needs a more effective and inclusive political machinery capable of delivering victory for the PDP at all levels.”
He explained that the SEC acted within its powers to take necessary measures to strengthen, reposition and reorganise the party in the interest of members and its electoral prospects.
The party also appreciated members of the dissolved caucuses for their contributions to the growth of the PDP in Kwara. “We sincerely appreciate all members of the outgoing caucuses for their dedication, sacrifices, loyalty and contributions to the growth and development of the PDP in Kwara State,” the statement said.
The party urged members of the dissolved caucuses to continue contributing their experience as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify.
It further called on party members to remain calm, united and committed, disclosing that arrangements were already underway for the recruitment, constitution and inauguration of new caucuses across the state.