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Saraki Urges PDP Harmony, Cites 'One Big Family' Ahead of 2027 Elections

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  • Former Senate President Abubakar Bukola Saraki hosted PDP leaders and supporters in Ilorin, urging party members to unite.
  • Saraki stressed that past divisions should be set aside, stating the party is now "one big family" focused on defeating the APC.
  • He also emphasized inclusive governance and power-sharing, reminding candidates of the people's sacrifices.

Former Senate President Abubakar Bukola Saraki has called for unity within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, urging members to set aside past differences and work together as a single entity. Hosting Senator Saliu Mustapha and PDP Kwara North Senatorial candidate Baba Giya Kolo, along with their supporters, Saraki welcomed the defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a courageous step towards rebuilding the state.

"There is no more G1 or G2; today, we belong to one big family and should operate as such," Saraki declared, emphasizing the need for accommodation across all party structures. He noted Senator Mustapha's familiarity with the PDP structure as a positive sign of his commitment.

There is no more G1 or G2; today, we belong to one big family and should operate as such.

— Abubakar Bukola SarakiUrging PDP members across the state to embrace one another and work together.

The former Senate President framed the upcoming 2027 elections as a collective effort to defeat the ruling APC under Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. He also stressed the importance of power-sharing and inclusive governance, reminding elected officials to ensure the dividends of democracy reach all constituents.

Senator Mustapha expressed gratitude for the warm reception and pledged to work with the PDP family to end what he described as the "dictatorship of a monster who believes Kwara is his personal property estate." The sentiment highlights a strong opposition sentiment against the current state leadership.

the dictatorship of a monster who believes Kwara is his personal property estate.

— Senator Saliu MustaphaDescribing the current political situation in Kwara State.
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