Lamido Gives PDP 10-Day Ultimatum, Demands Caretaker Committee to End Crisis

A senior leader within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Garba Lamido, has issued a public ultimatum demanding that the party’s national leadership establish a caretaker committee within 10 days. The demand comes amid intensifying internal strife and allegations of mismanagement, which Lamido says threaten the party’s credibility and future electoral viability.

Lamido’s ultimatum follows months of escalating disputes among party factions — disagreements over zoning, leadership legitimacy, and control of national structures have deepened divisions. He argues that only a neutral caretaker committee can reconcile differences, oversee pending disputes, and prepare the party for upcoming electoral commitments in a transparent and inclusive manner.

In making his demand, Lamido emphasised that time is running out: without decisive action, the PDP risks further fragmentation, defections, and loss of public trust. He warned that continued delay or avoidance of structural reforms could lead to irreversible damage ahead of the 2027 election cycle.

He clarified that the caretaker committee should be composed of respected, non-partisan individuals — ideally retired or neutral stalwarts — capable of mediating between warring factions, safeguarding internal democracy and prioritising party unity over personal ambitions. Such a committee, he believes, could help rebuild trust among members and restore a working organisational structure.

Lamido also addressed grassroots stakeholders and supporters, urging them to remain calm but vigilant — stressing that the party’s fate now depends on the commitment of loyal members to demand accountability and resist opportunistic maneuvers that exploit the crisis. He called on party elders, youth leaders and grassroots organisers to stay engaged and support efforts toward reconciliation.

Responses from other party leaders have been mixed. Some welcomed the ultimatum, agreeing that a caretaker arrangement could provide a fresh start and restore internal discipline. Others criticised the timing and questioned whether such a committee might favour one faction over another, potentially deepening rather than resolving conflicts.

Despite these divisions, Lamido remains firm on his demand. He insists that if the party fails to comply within the 10-day window, he and other concerned members will pursue alternative strategies — including legal action, public advocacy and possibly political realignment — to force institutional reform and protect the interests of committed members.

As the deadline approaches, all eyes are on the national leadership of the PDP. The coming days could determine whether the party successfully navigates this critical crossroads or slides further into factional breakdown, weakening its position ahead of future electoral challenges.