The Peoples Democratic Party says internal talks are ongoing to decide who will carry its flag in the 2027 presidential election.
Speaking in Abuja on Sunday, the party’s Deputy National Legal Adviser, Okechukwu Osuoha, told journalists that attention should not be limited to a few familiar names in the public space.
“Those names you mentioned remain speculative at this stage. What is important now in the PDP are negotiations and discussions. The party is engaging in deep consultations to identify the most credible candidate who can unify the country and command nationwide support,” Osuoha said.
He explained that while public debate has focused on former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Labour Party candidate Peter Obi, and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, several other influential politicians are quietly reaching out to stakeholders across the southern region.
According to him, these aspirants are building momentum in private meetings and may announce their ambitions at the right time.
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Osuoha stressed that the immediate task before the party is the successful conduct of its national convention where new national officers will be elected.
“It is after the convention that the party will formally narrow the field to those who want to contest. The PDP is determined to conduct a free, fair, and transparent primary election. We want to show Nigerians that when we talk about democracy, we practice it,” he added.
His remarks follow Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro’s recent comments listing Jonathan, Obi, and Makinde among possible contenders while noting that other credible figures could emerge as consultations deepen.
