The Peoples Democratic Party, has announced the composition of its sub-committees for the forthcoming elective national convention scheduled to hold in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025.
The disclosure was made on Monday via the party’s official X handle and endorsed by the Chairman of the National Convention Organising Committee, and Adamawa State Governor, Umaru Fintiri.
According to the statement, the sub-committees, numbering over 100 members, will oversee key areas such as accreditation, security, electoral processes, protocol, welfare, and publicity.
Governor Fintiri, in the announcement, said the committees are critical to ensuring a transparent and credible convention where new national officers of the party will be elected.
“The National Executive Committee of our great party has approved these sub-committees to guarantee proper organisation and credibility for the November convention in Ibadan.
“The calibre of persons chosen reflects our commitment to internal democracy,” Fintiri noted.
Among the committees, the Accreditation panel is chaired by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, with Umar Bature serving as secretary. Governor Ademola Adeleke heads the Accommodation committee, while Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri leads the Contact and Mobilisation committee.
The Electoral Committee will be chaired directly by Governor Fintiri, with Osun State Governor Adeleke serving as deputy.
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki will head the Medical sub-committee, while Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi chairs the Publicity committee.
Other notable assignments include Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo, who will oversee Transportation, and Governor Kefas Agbu of Taraba, who chairs Security.
Reacting to the development, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde said Ibadan was prepared to host the party’s delegates.
“Oyo State is ready to welcome our great party for this historic convention. We assure all participants of adequate security, hospitality, and logistics to make the exercise successful,” Makinde said.
The party explained that the committees’ work will pave the way for a smooth and credible process in electing its new leadership.
