The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has called on party members and supporters to remain calm ahead of the Court of Appeal’s judgment on the party’s leadership crisis scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2026.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the forum, led by Senator Bala Mohammed, urged members across the country to respect the judicial process as the court prepares to deliver its ruling.
The statement, signed by the Director-General of the PDP Governors’ Forum in Abuja, Dr Emmanuel Agbo, quoted Mohammed as emphasizing the critical role of the judiciary in promoting fairness, impartiality, and stability within Nigeria’s democratic system.
“Whatever the outcome of the court’s ruling, the PDP reaffirms its respect for the judicial process and its commitment to peace,” the statement said.
According to the governors’ forum, the PDP has historically been a cornerstone of Nigeria’s democracy, contributing to the strengthening of institutions and governance structures that protect citizens’ rights.
The statement urged all members and supporters to demonstrate discipline and maturity in responding to the court’s judgment.
“The forum calls on party members and leaders to show maximum restraint and remain law-abiding before, during, and after the ruling,” it added.
The statement also highlighted that party leadership will meet immediately after the judgment to review its implications and chart the necessary post-verdict course of action.
Looking ahead to the 2027 general elections, the forum reassured PDP members with political ambitions that the party remains committed to providing a credible platform to contest and win elections.
Despite the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) published timetable for the elections, the PDP expressed its readiness to protect the political aspirations of its members.
The statement further stressed that democracy thrives on the diversity of voices, the competition of ideas, and the ability of citizens to freely choose from credible alternatives.
The PDP pledged to continue upholding these values while providing Nigerians with a people-centred political alternative.