The information you provided describes a protest by a group called the PDP National Back Up at the headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja. The protesters are demanding the resignation of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), particularly focusing on the acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum-led NWC, due to their perceived role in the party’s loss in the 2023 elections.
The protesters, dressed in black and white with the slogan “PDP National Working Committee NWC must resign,” expressed dissatisfaction with the party’s current state, accusing the NWC of anti-party activities. The leader of the protest, Salau Olusola, blamed the NWC for the party’s defeat in the 2023 presidential election. He specifically pointed to the NWC’s failure to discipline members of the G-5 camp, including former Rivers State Governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for alleged anti-party activities.
Among the reasons cited for the call for resignation are ongoing internal disputes, factionalism, lack of cohesion within the party, poor electoral results, and allegations of corruption or unethical behavior. The protesters argue that these issues have eroded confidence in the leadership’s ability to navigate challenges and represent the party’s interests.
The leader of the protest mentioned that legal action has been initiated, and the NWC members will be served with notices. A member of the protest, Ami Gift, added that the NWC has failed to reconcile aggrieved members, leading to factionalism within the party.
The PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologuagba, declined to comment on the situation.
It’s worth noting that the information provided is based on the given text, and the situation may have evolved since then. Political events are dynamic, and developments may have occurred after the reported protest.