By Muhammad Mamman
governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have assembled behind closed doors at the Zamfara State Government House in Gusau, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown. While the official agenda remains tightly guarded, insiders hint that the talks centre on the contentious zoning debate as the party gears up for its 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Monday.
The NEC session will tackle the critical task of zoning leadership roles ahead of the PDP’s elective convention, scheduled for 15-16 November 2025 in Ibadan. The Zamfara summit is seen as a calculated move by the governors to forge a united front, aligning their strategies before the pivotal NEC discussions.
With the 2027 general elections looming, the zoning decision is poised to shape the PDP’s cohesion and electoral fortunes. Amid simmering internal rifts, the outcomes of these deliberations could prove make-or-break for the party’s future.
Though specifics of the Zamfara talks remain confidential, sources suggest the governors are also addressing urgent challenges threatening the PDP’s stability and competitive edge. As the NEC meeting approaches, all eyes are on how the party’s leadership will steer through these turbulent waters to bolster its prospects in the next election cycle.
