PDP gets new state chairman
Alhaji Adamu Ninga has emerged as the new chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State, succeeding Francis Orogu, who served two terms.
Ninga’s election took place at the state congress on Wednesday at the party’s secretariat along Jos Road, Lafia. He won with a commanding 1,403 votes, defeating John Matthew (SAN), who received only seven votes, while four votes were deemed invalid. Out of 1,414 accredited voters, the event saw a significant turnout and a decisive outcome.
Senator Simon Mwadkwon, chairman of the PDP National Committee overseeing the Nasarawa congress, commended the electoral process, describing it as “credible and fair.” He urged unity among the party members, emphasizing, “PDP is one big family. There is no winner and no vanquished. Whoever emerged today should remember that their mandate is to serve the people.”
Alongside Ninga’s election as chairman, other key party positions were filled. Engr. Keffas Danlami was elected secretary, Yahaya Usman Bunu as treasurer, Chinenege Inusa Muhammed as state publicity secretary, and Hanatu John as state women leader. Bala Aron was chosen as state legal adviser, Dr. Jacob as state financial secretary, and Awesu Abdullahi as state auditor.
The vice-chairpersons for the state’s three zones were also elected: Marshin Shema A (North), Isah Bala Mangi (South), and Atahiru Osu Audu (West).
In his acceptance speech, Hon. Adamu Bako Ninga expressed gratitude to PDP members for their unity and commitment. “The first thing I’ll do is congratulate our PDP family for coming together with one voice to elect our leaders,” he said, outlining his immediate priorities to foster reconciliation within the party. “Our duty is to reach out to members who may feel aggrieved, so we can work as one family,” he added.
Ninga also hinted at plans to address transparency concerns in election processes, particularly regarding the role of state electoral bodies.
Dr. Emmanuel Ombugadu, the PDP’s 2023 gubernatorial candidate in Nasarawa, praised the congress election, calling it a victory for internal democracy. “This election reflects the will of the people,” he stated, stressing the party’s commitment to resolving internal issues amicably.
The newly elected leaders are expected to focus on party cohesion and strengthening the PDP’s presence across Nasarawa State as they prepare for the 2027 general elections.
