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Suswam: PDP Has the Structure But Lacks Transparent Leadership to Win 2027 Polls
Former governor of Benue State, Senator Gabriel Torwua
Suswam, has warned that without transparent leadership,PDP risks losing big in 2027 elections, despite its nationwide structure.
Senator Gabriel Suswam has warned that unless the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) addresses its leadership crisis and produces credible candidates, it may face serious challenges in the 2027 elections—despite its widespread national structure.
While commenting on the issue of whether a merger is essential, Suswam argued that while PDP has national reach, what it truly needs are transparent leadership and a credible candidate.
“Two basic factors that can enhance the chances of PDP in the next election. First… PDP has structures across the length and breadth of this country. In every ward you go, there’s PDP.”
“What we need in PDP, first and foremost, is transparent leadership at a national level… It’s all about deceit. People are not sure any longer… People have lost confidence completely in PDP.”
Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Tuesday, Suswam emphasised that PDP remains the only legacy party in Nigeria but is deeply handicapped by internal dysfunction, particularly poor leadership and failure to resolve internal disputes.
“PDP is about the only legacy party that we have in this country,” Suswam said. “Yes, people have suddenly realized that they should fix PDP back. But the question—there are a lot of questions that go with it. Is it not too late in the day?”
He criticised the PDP Governors Forum for rejecting merger talks with other parties, describing the decision as “obsolete,” especially given the level of disenchantment within PDP ranks.
“If I was part of passing that resolution, I wouldn’t be that obsolete because there’s no consultation among the stakeholders of PDP. People have waited all this while,” he stated.
According to Suswam, many stakeholders have mentally checked out of the party due to unresolved issues such as manipulated congresses and repeated postponements of critical meetings like the National Executive Council (NEC).
“Those fundamental issues in the states where congresses were not held and results were announced—and nothing has been done about it—how can you expect such people to remain and just sit down and wait?”
When asked about a recent social media spat between the sons of PDP figures Atiku Abubakar and Governor Bala Mohammed—where the former accused the latter of working for the APC—Suswam dismissed it as irrelevant gossip.
“I don’t think in this country we should reduce the issues of governance to our family members… I don’t want to comment on that. As far as I’m concerned, that comes no issue.”
He also rejected claims that Bala Mohammed worked against the PDP in the last elections.
“Bala won election under PDP. I doubt very much whether he worked against it… In states where we worked, where PDP worked against PDP, we lost those elections—in Benue, for instance.”
On the kind of presidential candidate PDP should field, Suswam stressed the importance of merit and public engagement, rather than backdoor endorsements.
“Let us have people who have interest. It’s not just about somebody sitting and saying that I want to be presidential candidate of PDP. That will not suffice… People want to be anointed. People just don’t want to contest.”
He criticised the trend of moneybags entering the race without popular support, calling for serious self-assessment among aspirants.
“People have little money in their bank’s account and each and every one of them wants to run for president. That is what is happening.”
When asked about who the national secretary of PDP is, Suswam’s answer revealed ongoing internal confusion.
“This is a tricky question”, he said. “You should ask the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court threw more confusion.”
He expressed disappointment at the Supreme Court’s decision to refer the PDP secretaryship dispute back to the party, rather than issuing a decisive ruling.
“We expected the Supreme Court would have been more definite… Because they were not definite, there’s more confusion. We’ll go back to PDP if at all NEC would take place.”
Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God
Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.
The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.
Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.
The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.
Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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