Bukola Saraki, former Senate President, has said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will feature on the ballot in the 2027 general elections.
Gatekeepers News reports that speaon Sunday at the PDP national convention, Saraki said the event and validation of its processes had strengthened the party’s capacity to present candidates in the next election cycle.
He noted that the convention underscored the party’s continued relevance and broad national presence.
“We now have a party that people can no longer blackmail and aspirants or make fun of them, that, ‘oh, you will not be on the ballot paper’. Now we know PDP will be on the ballot paper in 2027. This is a great achievement,” Saraki said.
“When you look at the spectacle of those present here, and even as we were driving in, those who are outside, we can only say we thank Almighty God because it shows that PDP is alive, PDP is kicking, and PDP is here to stay. It is clear that PDP, for what we see here and what we see outside, is deeply rooted in this country.”
Saraki added that the presence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) gave credibility to the convention and reinforced preparations for the 2027 elections.
“Our mission is to ensure that we create a platform of PDP for those who want to aspire any ambition come 2027. And to do that, we must ensure that we have the validity of our processes,” he said.
He commended party members for their resilience despite internal challenges and called for unity ahead of future elections.
“For those who are not yet there, I appeal to you again. It is not about interest. It’s not about individual objective. It is the collective responsibility of this great party to this great country,” he said.
Saraki expressed optimism about the party’s chances, saying, “PDP has come to stay, and not only come to stay, we’ll be victorious in the elections coming in 2027”.
He also urged incoming party leaders to ensure fairness and a level playing field for all aspirants.
