PRESS RELEASE
AUGUST 2, 2026
INEC’S PUBLICATION OF PDP CANDIDATES SILENCES DOUBTERS, CONFIRMS OUR READINESS FOR 2027
1. The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) warmly welcomes the publication by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of the names of presidential and National Assembly candidates for the 2027 General Elections.
2. Of particular significance is the publication of the names of our presidential candidate, Distinguished Senator Professor Sandy Ojang Onor, and his running mate, Alhaji Babangida Umar, who will proudly fly the flag of our great party in the 2027 presidential election.
3. This development has effectively laid to rest the sustained misinformation and propaganda by those who desperately sought to convince Nigerians that the PDP would not field a presidential candidate. For months, these unfounded claims were deployed as a campaign tool to mislead Nigerians, discourage our supporters, and create doubts about the future of our party. Today, the facts have prevailed, the law has taken its course, and the PDP has once again been vindicated.
4. We must, therefore, express our profound appreciation to millions of Nigerians and commend the resilience and patience of our loyal party members across the world who kept faith with the PDP and refused to be swayed by deliberate falsehoods. Your confidence in the PDP and in our leadership has inspired us to remain focused on rebuilding the party and preparing it for victory in 2027.
5. Furthermore, the leadership of the party extends its appreciation to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Judiciary, and all relevant security agencies for remaining committed to upholding the rule of law and for discharging their constitutional responsibilities without fear or favour.
6. As we move forward, the PDP reiterates its commitment to genuine reconciliation, inclusiveness, and internal cohesion. We extend an open hand to every aggrieved member, believing that the collective interest of the party is greater than individual differences and that unity remains the surest path to restoring our party to its rightful place as Nigeria’s foremost democratic platform.
7. Accordingly, we seize this opportunity to warmly welcome all returning members and new defectors across the country who recently chose to identify once again with the ideals and vision of the Peoples Democratic Party. Together, we shall build a stronger and more formidable party capable of meeting the aspirations of the Nigerian people. Your decision reflects the growing confidence of Nigerians in our party as the most credible platform to rescue, rebuild, and reposition our nation.
8. The PDP assures Nigerians that, under the leadership of Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed Takushara and Distinguished Senator Samuel N. Anyanwu, the party offers a credible, competent, and unifying alternative capable of restoring hope, strengthening national unity, and delivering purposeful leadership.
9. Congratulations to all PDP members.
Signed:
Hon. Jungudo Haruna Mohammed
National Publicity Secretary
