Politics
PDP Decries Indiscipline Among Members
The ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has decried indiscipline among its members, especially arising from the spate of suits instituted against the party, some of which are still pending in courts.
The party expressed worry in a statement issued in Abuja and made available to The Tide On Sunday and reminded members of the consequences of their actions while warning them to desist from dragging the party into disrepute with their anti-party activities.
The statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Prof Rufai Ahmed-Alkali drew all members’ attention to Article 21.1 (1) of the party’s constitution which makes it an offence for a member to sue the party without exhausting all internal mechanisms aimed at providing solution to all nagging issues at stake.
The statement reads: “The Peoples Democratic Party has observed with utter dismay recent cases of gross indiscipline by some party members in some state chapters of the party. PDP is particularly disturbed by the plethora of unwarranted and misguided court cases instituted by PDP members against the party which are aimed at derailing the cohesion and smooth administration of the party.
The party wishes to once again remind all members nationwide of the provisions of the PDP Constitution in Article 2 1.1 (I) which emphatically prohibits members from taking the party to court under whatever guise without first exhausting the internal mechanisms for seeking
Since the current National Working Committee assumed office in March 2008, we have opened channels of communication and encouraged dialogue among party members with the objective of providing a level playing field for all”.
Party members will also recall the resolutions of the 48th National Executive Committee meeting where the NWC was mandated to henceforth initiate disciplinary procedures on any member who brings the party to contempt and ridicule. It is imperative that all members exercise restraint and utilize available channels of redress within the Party rather than a hasty resort to the courts.
In furtherance of our desire to ensure that the party’s laid down rules are strictly observed and in order to safeguard the integrity and cohesion of our party, the party shall henceforth take decisive disciplinary action against any erring member who fails to follow our constitutional means of seeking redress.
In the meantime, the party hereby directs all those individuals who have taken the Party to Court on flimsy grounds to withdraw those cases immediately or face the maximum sanctions prescribed by our Constitution. Those who wish to remain bonafide members of our Party must obey our own rules.
For further emphasis, the party shall wield the big stick on any member, no matter how highly placed who chooses to distract our focus from building a united, cohesive and disciplined political Party whose ultimate objective is not just to win elections but also to work for the good of the people of this great country”
Politics
Alleged Coup: Protests Rock N’Assembly As Detained Officers’ Children, Wives Demand Justice
Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged coup plot yesterday staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly, demanding a speedy trial and the release of the accused officials.
The protesters who gathered at the entrance of the National Assembly complex, moved in a slow procession while clutching placards with inscriptions such as “Don’t Kill Our Daddies,” “Detention Without Trial is Injustice,” and “Six Months of Torture: Enough Is Enough.”
Amid tears and trembling voices, the children appealed for justice and access to their detained fathers, many of whom they said they had not seen for months.
The appeal was made during a press briefing in Abuja attended by no fewer than 20 wives and several children of the detained officers, including a two-month-old baby.
The families were accompanied by human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju and activist Omoyele Sowore.
At the briefing, the families lamented that the officers had been held for over 160 days without trial or contact with their relatives, describing the situation as a violation of their fundamental rights.
Speaking on behalf of the families, Memuna Bashiru said the prolonged detention had thrown their households into uncertainty and emotional distress, noting that while allegations had been widely publicised, families remained in the dark about the fate of their loved ones.
The arrest of the indicted officers was first announced on October 4, 2025, by the then Director of Defense Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, who disclosed that 16 officers were taken into custody for alleged breaches of military regulations and acts of indiscipline.
However, an interim investigation later suggested the existence of a clandestine network of officers, allegedly coordinated by a senior Army officer, which had begun preliminary planning for a coup.
According to the report, the alleged plot involved surveillance of key national assets, including the Presidential Villa, Armed Forces Complex, Niger Barracks in Abuja, and major international airports, with October 25, 2025, cited as the planned date for the operation.
Those reportedly in custody include Brig Gen M. A. Sadiq, Col M. A. Maaji, Lt Col S. Bappah, Lt Col A. A. Hayatu, Lt Col P. Dangnap, Lt Col M. Almakura, Maj A. J. Ibrahim, Maj M. M. Jiddah, Maj M. A. Usman, Maj D. Yusuf, Capt I. Bello, Capt A. A. Yusuf, Lt S. S. Felix, Lt Cdr D. B. Abdullahi, Sqn Ldr S. B. Adamu and Maj I. Dauda.
The alleged plot, according to findings, targeted senior government officials, including President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement issued yesterday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka, said the exercise would take place in all wards and designated centres nationwide.
He called on existing members to update their records, while encouraging new entrants to join the party through the digital platform.
“As the electronic membership registration exercise resumes in all wards and designated locations nationwide, we urge existing members to validate their membership while new members are encouraged to register and join the progressive family,” Mr Morka said.
According to him, eligibility for registration is limited to individuals aged 18 and above who possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
The party said the initiative is part of efforts to modernise its operations by transitioning to a digital database that would enhance record accuracy and accessibility.
Mr Morka noted that the e-registration would “digitise the party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, and enhance efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions.”
He added that the move is also aimed at promoting internal democracy within the party and strengthening its commitment to democratic innovation.
The APC had previously introduced electronic registration as part of broader reforms to streamline its membership system and improve organisational efficiency.
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