Cross River PDP Crisis Deepens as Faction Unveils Governorship, Other Candidates
Cross River PDP Crisis Deepens as Faction Unveils Governorship, Other Candidates
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State has been thrown into fresh political turmoil following the emergence of factional governorship and other candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development has exposed deepening divisions within the party, with rival groups laying claim to the party’s leadership and conducting separate processes to nominate candidates for key elective positions.
Party sources said the faction proceeded with the nomination of a governorship candidate alongside candidates for other elective offices, a move that has intensified the leadership crisis and raised concerns over the PDP’s preparedness for the 2027 elections.
The parallel exercise has triggered mixed reactions among party members and stakeholders, with many calling on the national leadership of the PDP to intervene and reconcile the warring factions before the situation worsens.
Political observers warned that the lingering internal crisis could weaken the party’s chances in Cross River if urgent steps are not taken to restore unity and resolve disputes over the legitimacy of the factional candidates.
Despite the controversy, leaders of the faction insisted that their actions were in line with the party’s internal processes, while supporters of the opposing camp maintained that only candidates produced through recognised party structures would be accepted.
As the 2027 election season gathers momentum, the latest crisis adds to the growing list of internal challenges confronting political parties across the country as they prepare for crucial governorship and legislative contests.
