Following the defection of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appointed Senator Ben Ndi Obi as the new Secretary of its National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC).
The appointment, approved by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) on behalf of the National Executive Committee (NEC), is part of measures aimed at ensuring the smooth organisation of the PDP’s 2025 Elective National Convention, scheduled to take place from Saturday, 15th to Sunday, 16th November 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
In a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, who also serves as Secretary of the Publicity and Communication Sub-committee of the NCOC, the PDP explained that the decision underscores its dedication to maintaining unity and stability ahead of the crucial national gathering.
“The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on behalf of the National Executive Committee (NEC), has approved the appointment of Senator Ben Ndi Obi as Secretary of the National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) for the conduct of the 2025 PDP Elective National Convention scheduled to hold on Saturday, 15th to Sunday, 16th November 2025 in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
“The NWC commends the NCOC under the chairmanship of His Excellency, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State, for its tireless efforts towards the success of the 2025 National Convention,” Ologunagba stated.
The PDP leadership also called on its members, stakeholders, and leaders nationwide to remain united and resolute as the party advances preparations for the convention, which is expected to play a significant role in shaping its future direction ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The NWC calls on all leaders, critical stakeholders and teeming members of the PDP to remain united, steadfast and focused on the successful conduct of the National Convention and the overall progress of our great party,” the statement added.
Before he defected to the ruling APC, Governor Peter Mbah had served as Secretary of the PDP National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC).
