The Nigeria Police have unsealed the PDP national secretariat in Abuja after 143 days of closure, following a court order resolving the party’s leadership crisis.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially regained full administrative control of its national secretariat in Abuja after nearly five months of police sealing, marking a significant turning point in the party’s ongoing internal leadership dispute and organisational crisis.
The development was confirmed in an official press statement released on April 11, 2026, by the PDP National Publicity Secretary of the party, Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, which announced the reopening of both its main headquarters at Wadata Plaza and its annex facility known as Legacy House in Maitama, Abuja.
According to the statement, the unsealing of the properties was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force in compliance with valid court orders, and the facilities were formally handed over to the current leadership of the PDP.
The announcement signals a restoration of party activities at its national level after months of disruption.
In the statement titled “Unsealing of PDP National Headquarters, Wadata Plaza Zone 5 and Legacy House Maitama Abuja,” the party confirmed that the premises had been released to the National Chairman, Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed Takushara, and the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, allowing full resumption of operations.
The PDP leadership expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force for what it described as professionalism and strict adherence to the rule of law during the process.
It noted that the reopening demonstrated respect for constitutional order and due judicial process, which the party said was essential in resolving the prolonged standoff.
The press statement further emphasised that the PDP would not tolerate any actions capable of disrupting peace or obstructing normal activities at the secretariat.
It warned individuals and groups against any conduct that could trigger another round of crisis, stressing that security agencies had been placed on alert to respond to any breaches.
Party officials described the reopening as a “positive and stabilising development” that signals the effective resolution of recent internal challenges.
The statement added that the PDP was now focused on rebuilding unity, restoring trust among members, and strengthening its organisational structure ahead of future political engagements.
In addition, the PDP called on aggrieved members within its ranks to embrace reconciliation and put aside factional differences.
It urged all stakeholders to prioritise collective interest over personal or group ambitions, noting that internal cohesion remains critical to the party’s survival and political relevance.
The statement also extended gratitude to key party leaders and stakeholders who supported the organisation during the period of crisis.
Special recognition was given to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Barrister Nyesom Wike, whom the party credited for his guidance and involvement during the turbulent phase.
The reopening of the secretariat comes after months of internal tensions that had paralysed activities at the party’s national headquarters.
The crisis escalated in November 2025 when the PDP secretariat was sealed by the police following a violent confrontation between rival factions.
IREPORT247NEWS recalled that the crisis intensified on November 18, when two opposing groups within the PDP converged at Wadata Plaza for parallel meetings.
One faction was linked to the Saminu Turaki-led bloc, while another group aligned with supporters of the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
The simultaneous gatherings created a heated standoff as both groups refused to recognise each other’s authority.
What began as a political disagreement quickly degenerated into chaos, with shouting, pushing, and physical altercations breaking out inside and around the premises.
Security operatives deployed to the scene were eventually forced to use tear gas to disperse the crowd and restore order.
The situation was described as highly volatile, with top political figures caught in the unfolding chaos.
During the confrontation, two sitting governors, Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, were reportedly affected by the tear gas, highlighting the scale and seriousness of the incident that rocked the PDP headquarters.
Following the breakdown of order, the police sealed the secretariat the next day, effectively suspending all administrative and political activities at the national level.
The closure deepened existing divisions within the PDP, further complicating efforts to resolve its leadership struggles.
Since then, the PDP has been engaged in a series of legal, political, and internal reconciliation processes aimed at restoring normalcy.
PDP Secretariat crisis deepens as police seal turbulent party headquarter
The eventual court-backed unsealing of the secretariat is now seen as a major milestone in those efforts.
Political observers note that the reopening could signal a new phase for the PDP, although underlying factional tensions may still require sustained dialogue and compromise.
While the physical return to Wadata Plaza marks progress, analysts say true stability will depend on how well the party manages internal reconciliation moving forward.
The PDP has, however, maintained that it is committed to unity and institutional rebuilding.
Party officials insist that the reopening of the secretariat represents not just a return to office, but also a renewed opportunity to reposition the party as a cohesive opposition force.
As activities resume at Wadata Plaza and Legacy House, the PDP says it is determined to move past its recent crisis and focus on strengthening internal democracy, restoring confidence among members, and preparing for future political contests.
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