Saraki Shuts Down Coalition Rumours, Reaffirms PDP’s Strength in Local, National Politics

Former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has strongly reiterated the unity and strength of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at both state and national levels, firmly denying any link between himself or the party with a political coalition.

The clarification came during a strategic closed-door meeting held at his GRA residence in Ilorin with top PDP stakeholders in Kwara State. Speaking before the media was excused, Saraki told the party leaders that the session was convened to dispel misconceptions and allow for honest conversations within the party family.

“I’m here as a democrat whose people have asked to clarify a number of issues about the party. You have all been observing what’s happening at the national level, and I owe you the responsibility to come down and explain.

“You’re also aware of the innuendo surrounding my involvement in certain developments. I believe it’s important for you to hear the truth from the horse’s mouth,” Saraki said.

He made it clear that he never directed any PDP member to align with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or any other coalition, maintaining that the PDP remains solid and undivided.

The state PDP Chairman, Hon. Babatunde Mohammed, who spoke earlier, insisted that the party is not part of any coalition arrangements and described the PDP as the “only true opposition party in the country.”

“We are not part of any coalition. The PDP in Kwara is strong and united, and we will win in the next general elections,” he said.

Mohammed also used the opportunity to brief the stakeholders on the party’s forthcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting and the upcoming state congress. He disclosed the cost of nomination forms, with aspirants for State Executive Council Chairmanship expected to pay N1 million, while ward executive hopefuls will pay N20,000.

“It’s N1 million for State Executive Chairmanship aspirants and N20,000 for ward executive positions,” he said.