PDP Warns Against Forceful Takeover of National Secretariat, Threatens Legal Action

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning against any attempt to forcibly access or occupy its National Secretariat in Abuja, emphasizing that the property remains under active litigation.

The caution follows reports that a faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike plans to take control of the party headquarters next Monday. This faction was recently recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), allowing its representatives to participate in the commission’s first quarterly stakeholders’ meeting for political parties in 2026.

Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the Wike-led PDP caretaker committee, reportedly stated, “By next Monday, we will take over the PDP headquarters.”

Responding to these developments, PDP National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong warned that intelligence suggests expelled members might attempt, either by force or in collusion with security personnel, to gain entry to the secretariat.

The party confirmed it had formally notified the Inspector General of Police and the FCT Commissioner of Police, highlighting that the secretariat remains the subject of ongoing cases before the Federal High Court, Abuja, and the Court of Appeal.

“Any attempt to enter and occupy these properties will constitute self-help and a direct challenge to judicial authority,” the statement read. It added that any action granting access to the secretariat before the court’s judgment would amount to contempt of court.

The PDP reiterated its commitment to protecting its property and vowed to pursue all lawful measures to prevent forced occupation. It also warned that any injury or damage arising from such actions would be the responsibility of the aggressors and their collaborators.