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PRESS STATEMENT
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF TRUSTEES (BoT), PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP)
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
RE: ALLEGATION OF FORGERY BY SENATOR SAMUEL ANYANWU – A CLARIFICATION OF FACTS
The attention of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) @OfficialPDPNig has been drawn to recent public statements by the National Secretary of the Party, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, alleging that his signature was forged on the correspondence transmitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the forthcoming 2025 Elective National Convention of our great Party.
While the BoT would have preferred to refrain from engaging in matters of internal administrative procedure in the public domain, the gravity of this allegation and its capacity to mislead party members and the general public, necessitate a clear and factual clarification.
It is on record that the said INEC notification letter was jointly signed by the National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum and Senator Samuel Anyanwu, the National Secretary, on the 25th of August, 2025, during the 102nd meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the PDP.
The signing took place in the presence of critical organs and stakeholders of the Party, including members of the PDP Governors’ Forum, the Board of Trustees, and other NEC members who witnessed the process.
Subsequent to this, Senator Anyanwu was formally inaugurated as the Secretary of the Contact and Mobilization Sub-Committee for the 2025 National Convention. In that capacity, he co-signed official communications of the sub-committee, including letters of appointment issued to its members, alongside the Sub-Committee Chairman, His Excellency Senator Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State.
Furthermore, Senator Anyanwu, in his capacity as Sub-Committee Secretary, personally signed and transmitted a letter seeking financial approval for the inaugural meeting of the sub-committee. These verifiable correspondences, bearing his signature, are in the custody of the Party and relevant Convention Committees.
In view of these incontrovertible facts, the BoT finds Senator Anyanwu’s claim of forgery to be baseless, misleading, and to say the least, reprehensible being inconsistent with the documented record of events. Such allegations, regrettably, can only be interpreted as a deliberate attempt to cast aspersions on the integrity of the Party’s leadership and processes, and to misinform security agencies and the general public.
The Board of Trustees reaffirms that the Peoples Democratic Party remains cohesive, resolute, and unwavering in its commitment to democratic values, transparency, and internal harmony.
The forthcoming PDP 2025 Elective National Convention scheduled to hold on Saturday 15th to Sunday 16th November, 2025 in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital shall by every measure, be a credible and unifying exercise reflective of the PDP’s long-standing tradition of internal democracy.
The BoT therefore calls on all members, stakeholders, and supporters of the Party to disregard the unfounded claims by Senator Anyanwu and remain steadfast in their support for the leadership of our great Party as it continues to chart a course for Nigeria’s democratic renewal on the platform of the PDP.
Signed:
H.E Sen. Adolphus Wabara, Ph.D
Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT)
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
NCOC Accommodation Sub-Committee to Meet on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
The Executive Governor of Osun State and Chairman of the Accommodation Sub-Committee of the 2025 Elective National Convention of our Great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke @AAdeleke_01 invites all Members of the Accommodation Sub-Committee to the Inaugural Meeting of the Sub-Committee scheduled as follows:
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Venue: National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
Time: 2Pm
All members of the Sub-Committee should endeavour to be present at this all important inaugural meeting.
Signed:
Hon. Adigun Agboworin Abass,
Secretary,
Accommodation Sub-Committee (NCOC).
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
NCOC Accreditation Sub-Committee to Meet on Friday, October 24, 2025.
The Executive Governor of Zamfara State and Chairman of the Accreditation Sub-Committee of the 2025 Elective National Convention of our Great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, His Excellency, Dr Dauda Lawal @daudalawal_ invites all Members of the Accreditation Sub-Committee to the Inaugural Meeting of the Sub-Committee scheduled as follows:
Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
Venue: National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
Time: 10Am
All members of the Sub-Committee are encouraged to attend this inaugural meeting, please.
Signed:
Hon. Capt. Umar M. Bature, (Rtd)
Secretary,
Accreditation Sub-Committee (NCOC).
#Ibadan2025:
All is now set for the inaugural meeting of Publicity and Communication Sub-Committee of the @OfficialPDPNig National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC)
#Ibadan2025:
All is now set for the inaugural meeting of Transportation Sub-Committee of the PDP 2025 National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC), happening live at the NCOC Secretariat, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
The Committee is ably chaired by the #Ibadan2025 host Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde. @seyimakinde
Join us for more updates and livestream.
#Ibadan2025:
Happening now - His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde, @seyimakinde Governor of Oyo State, Host Governor of #Ibadan2025 and Chairman of Transportation Sub-Committee, making his entry into Legacy House, NCOC Secretariat for the inaugural meeting of the Sub-Committee.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Re: NCOC Transportation Sub-Committee to Meet on Monday, October 13, 2025.
The Executive Governor of Oyo State and Chairman of the Transportation Sub-Committee of the 2025 Elective National Convention of our Great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde @seyimakinde invites all Members of the Transportation Sub-Committee to the Inaugural Meeting of the Sub-Committee scheduled as follows:
Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Venue: National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
Time: 2Pm
All members of the Sub-Committee are encouraged to attend the inaugural meeting, please.
Signed:
Hon. Dr. Adebayo Adepoju,
Secretary,
Transportation Sub-Committee (NCOC).
#Ibadan2025
All is now set for the inaugural meeting of the Security and Intelligence Sub-Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) @OfficialPDPNig 2025 Elective National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC).
The meeting is taking place today at the NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
https://t.co/DRvNMRmj94 #Ibadan2025:
Watch the livestream of the ongoing Security and Intelligence Sub-Committee inaugural meeting, happening at NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Maitama, Abuja.
#Ibadan2025:
Live pictures from the just concluded inaugural meeting of the Security and Intelligence Sub-Committee of the 2025 @OfficialPDPNig Elective National Convention.
https://t.co/ECWkbPzcxt #Ibadan2025:
Update by the @OfficialPDPNig National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, @OfficialDeboO on the progress of activities ahead of #Ibadan2025 National Convention of our great Party in Ibadan, Oyo State.
#Ibadan2025
Entertainment/Welfare Sub-Committee Inaugural Meeting.
The stage is now set for the inaugural meeting of the Entertainment and Welfare Sub-Committee of the @OfficialPDPNig 2025 Elective National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC), happening live at the NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Maitama, Abuja.
https://t.co/rvLmyVoakh Watch the live broadcast of the ongoing inaugural meeting of the Entertainment and Welfare Sub-Committee, holding at the NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
#Ibadan2025:
Live pictures from the ongoing Meeting of the Entertainment and Welfare Sub-Committee of the 2025 @OfficialPDPNig National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC).
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
NCOC Publicity and Communication Sub-Committee to Meet on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
The Executive Governor of Bauchi State and Chairman of the Publicity and Communication Sub-Committee of the 2025 Elective National Convention of our Great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, His Excellency, Senator Bala Mohammed invites all Members of the Publicity and Communication Sub-Committee to the Inaugural Meeting of the Sub-Committee scheduled as follows:
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Venue: National Convention Organizing Committee (NCOC) Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
Time: 11am
All members of the Sub-Committee should endeavour to be present at this all important inaugural meeting.
Signed:
Hon. Debo Ologunagba
Secretary,
Publicity and Communication Sub-Committee (NCOC).
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Re: NCOC Venue Sub-Committee to Meet on Friday, October 10, 2025.
I have been directed by His Excellency, Dr Adebayo Lawal, the Chairman of the Venue Sub-Committee of the @OfficialPDPNig 2025 Elective National Convention, and Deputy Governor of Oyo State, to invite all members to its inaugural meeting scheduled as follows;
Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
Venue: NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja
Time: 11AM
All members of the committee are encouraged to attend, please.
Thank you
Signed:
Rt. Hon. Adedeji Stanley Olajide ,
Secretary, Venue Sub-Committee, NCOC.
The Stakeholders’ Consultative and Engagement Meeting on the 2026 Budget for Oyo State which we held today in Ibadan, was another opportunity to engage with our people. This is the seventh edition of this meeting which has held every year since 2019 in all seven geopolitical zones of our dear State. Watch this video of my remarks.
Earlier today, we inaugurated the Oyo State at 50 Anniversary Planning Committee as we plan towards our 50th anniversary next February. While we acknowledge the challenges we are faced with as a nation, we believe that the milestone is worth celebrating and that we can use the opportunity to also acknowledge those who have contributed to the growth and development of our dear State.
The committee is led by;
Hon. Saheed Akinade Fijabi (Chairman)
Alhaja Ololade Agboola (Deputy Chairman)
Mrs Ronke Adedayo (Secretary)
Other members of the committee are;
Dr Z.O Ajuwon (OON)
Mr Mustapha Rasaq Areo
Alhaja Fatimah Ololade Azeez
Mr S.A. Adejumo
Pastor John Olasunkanmi Alabi
Alhaji Gafar Bello
Compol Fatai Owoseni (rtd) and
Mr Samuel Adegboyega Badejo.
#Ibadan2025:
In continuation of preparations for the upcoming #Ibadan2025 Elective National Convention of our great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, the stage is now set for the inaugural meeting of Venue Sub-Committee, happening live at the NCOC Secretariat, Legacy House, Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja.
Please join us for more updates and livestream.
Happy Birthday to the Voice of the PDP
The entire Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) @OfficialPDPNig family joyfully celebrates the voice and inspirational face of our great Party, the eloquent, vibrant and fearless National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, our own dear Hon. Debo Ologunagba, @OfficialDeboO as he celebrates his birthday today.
National Publicity Secretary Sir, your resilience, courage, strategic communication skills, commitment to truth and passion for Democracy, Justice Rule of Law and wellbeing of Nigerians continue to inspire our members and draw Nigerians to the PDP especially at this critical time in the history of our Party and nation, Nigeria.
Despite the challenges, you remain a great Party man, distinguished leader and a committed patriot whose contributions to the PDP and Nigeria’s democratic landscape are immeasurable.
Indeed, your tireless efforts especially in speaking truth to power and in advancing the PDP’s vision for a prosperous Nigeria have earned you admiration and respect across the nation and beyond.
On this special day, the PDP family and indeed all well-meaning Nigerians celebrate and pray for God’s continued guidance, good health and strength as you and other PDP leaders work hard to strengthen our party and build a brighter future for our nation.
From all of us, Happy Birthday, Hon. Debo Ologunagba!