PRP Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot to Destabilise Party Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has raised concerns over an alleged plot to destabilise its ranks, weaken its electoral prospects and frustrate efforts to build a credible opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The party, in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, accused some former members and serving officials of allegedly working to create divisions within its ranks and undermine its grassroots support.

PRP National Chairman, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, alleged that those behind the plot planned to spend hundreds of millions of naira to influence party members and establish a faction within the organisation.

However, the party did not identify the individuals allegedly involved or provide evidence to substantiate the claims in the statement.

Baba-Ahmed urged party members and the public to resist what he described as attempts to undermine the PRP, particularly efforts by unauthorised individuals to recruit polling agents on behalf of the party.

“Attempts to recruit polling agents for the party by persons with no authority to do so should be resisted. A huge amount of money may be available to buy members’ support for opposition candidates by party officials. These efforts should be resisted and exposed,” he said.

The PRP chairman also warned serving party officials allegedly involved in the scheme that they could face disciplinary action.

“The persons in the governing party involved in this scheme have been advised to steer clear of the PRP and distance themselves from attempts to create a faction with their party’s funds and their names. Serving officers of the Party involved in this scheme will face disciplinary measures,” he added.

Baba-Ahmed assured the party’s candidates and supporters that its leadership remained committed to protecting their loyalty and dedication to the organisation.

He maintained that the PRP was determined to challenge the continuation of the current administration beyond 2027 and would sustain its involvement in efforts to build an opposition coalition capable of challenging the ruling party in the next general election.

The allegations come amid political realignments and ongoing discussions among opposition parties over possible alliances ahead of the 2027 polls.

The extent to which opposition parties can maintain internal unity and build effective coalitions is expected to be a significant factor in the forthcoming electoral contest.