Former Minister of Information, Prof. Jerry Gana, on Saturday received the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Certificate of Return on behalf of former President Goodluck Jonathan at the party’s ‘National Convention’ in Abuja.
The presentation by the PDP Interim National Working Committee led by Kabiru Turaki, SAN, thrust Jonathan back into the political spotlight amid growing interest in the opposition’s plans ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Gana received the certificate before party leaders, delegates, former ministers, state officials, and supporters gathered at the convention venue in Area 10, Garki, Abuja.
He later addressed party supporters and journalists shortly after the presentation.
The Turaki-led faction had initially planned to hold its convention at the A-Class Park and Event Centre.
However, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) directed owners of hotels and event centres to only deal with the leadership of political parties recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The PDP faction backed by FCT minister Nyesom Wike is recognised by the electoral umpire.
On Saturday morning, police officers blocked the roads leading to A-Class Park and Event Centre, forcing a change of venue.
Party officials later informed Newsmen that the convention had been moved to another location in Area 10.
GISTSMATE MEDIA understands that a date for the formal presentation of the party’s flag to Jonathan would be announced in due course.
The development comes against the backdrop of continuing debates over the PDP’s leadership and future direction ahead of the next general election.
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