Tensions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated on Tuesday as a party official loyal to Senator Samuel Anyanwu allegedly prevented a National Working Committee (NWC) member, Udeh-Okoye, from attending a crucial meeting at the party’s headquarters.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the incident underscores the deepening internal divisions within the PDP, particularly in the Southeast, where factions loyal to different power blocs continue to clash over control and influence within the party structure. Sources indicate that the altercation was linked to ongoing disagreements over leadership positions and strategic decisions ahead of upcoming elections.
Naija247news understands that Udeh-Okoye, a key figure in the PDP’s national leadership, arrived at the meeting venue only to be denied entry by a party official reportedly acting under directives from the Anyanwu-led faction. The move sparked outrage among his supporters, who viewed it as an attempt to sideline certain voices within the party hierarchy.
According to Naija247news, the situation has further exposed the fractures within the PDP, with some stakeholders calling for urgent reconciliation efforts to prevent the crisis from destabilizing the party. Party insiders suggest that the dispute is rooted in a broader struggle for control over the party’s structure in the Southeast, particularly in Imo State, where Anyanwu and Udeh-Okoye have been at odds.
Naija247news reports that in response to the incident, some senior PDP officials have called for an internal review of party protocols to ensure that all NWC members are granted unrestricted access to official meetings. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to mediate between the warring factions to prevent the crisis from escalating further.
As the PDP navigates this latest controversy, political analysts warn that prolonged internal strife could weaken the party’s chances in upcoming elections.
