The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its meeting, which was initially scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, 2024, due to escalating tensions between former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and the PDP Governors Forum. This decision was influenced by the ongoing political crisis involving Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, where the PDP governors have sided with Fubara, advocating for his recognition as the party leader in Rivers State.
The NWC, under the leadership of acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, chose to delay the meeting to avoid a potential confrontation over the control of the party structure in Rivers State, which was controversially handed to Wike following a party congress that proceeded despite a court injunction. This move by the NWC has been interpreted as an attempt to manage internal conflicts and prevent further division within the party ranks ahead of crucial discussions and decisions.
This development reflects the internal dynamics and power struggles within the PDP, highlighting the significant influence of both Wike and the collective stance of the PDP governors. The postponed meeting is now scheduled for the following week, indicating a temporary pause to allow for cooler heads to prevail before addressing these contentious issues.