The biggest news coming out of the party secretariat is the official shift toward a consensus model.
Assistant Secretary for Media, Mary Ikoku, confirmed yesterday that the party is pushing for consensus to select national leaders. This is a classic move to avoid the public friction and post-election “bad blood” that often follows contested internal votes.
While the top leadership might be settled via consensus, elective positions at more local levels may still see direct contests depending on “local political dynamics.”
​Governor Hope Uzodimma (Imo) is steering the ship as the Chairman of the Central Coordination Committee, with Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq (Kwara) as his Vice.
Governor Umar Namadi (Jigawa) just wrapped up the work of the Screening and Appeal Committee. They’ve been working around the clock to clear aspirants and ensure everyone meets the requirements of the party constitution and the Electoral Act.
The party is clearly trying to close the “communication gap” this year as Governor Umaru Bago (Niger) just inaugurated a specialized Digital Media Sub-Committee.
Expect a very “online” convention—they are focusing heavily on social media to broadcast President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” achievements directly from the convention floor.
​This isn’t just about picking new officers; it’s a massive show of force. The party is using this week to Consolidate Power, Especially following high-profile defections like
Governor Dauda Lawal in Zamfara.
It’s a literal “dress rehearsal” for the next general election cycle after a period of internal reforms, the leadership wants to project a “disciplined and united” front to the public.
