PDP Crisis Self-Inflicted, Says Abba Moro

The Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, has blamed the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on internal actions by party members, dismissing suggestions that external forces are responsible.

Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Thursday, Moro said the instability affecting the PDP and other political parties is largely self-inflicted, driven by the conduct of influential stakeholders within the system.

He noted that key actors, including governors, lawmakers, and party leaders, have played central roles in fueling disputes and deepening divisions within the party. According to him, the visible turmoil in the PDP reflects internal disagreements and power struggles rather than interference from outside interests.

“I believe the responsibility lies mainly with political actors,” Moro said, stressing that those occupying leadership positions must take accountability for the party’s current challenges.

The lawmaker maintained that elected officials and senior party figures carry the greatest burden in resolving the crisis, as their decisions and actions often shape the direction of the party. He added that without internal discipline and cohesion, political parties would continue to face recurring instability.

Addressing claims of factionalisation within the PDP, Moro rejected reports that the opposition party is divided into separate camps. He insisted that despite the disagreements, the PDP remains a single and unified political entity.

“There is only one PDP,” he stated, dismissing narratives suggesting otherwise.

Moro also revisited past internal disputes, particularly the controversial party convention held in Ibadan, which he said worsened the situation. He explained that the event proceeded despite an existing court order restraining it, thereby escalating tensions within the party.

According to him, the situation was further complicated when the Court of Appeal later ruled the convention invalid, effectively nullifying its outcomes and creating additional uncertainty within the party’s leadership structure.

The Senate Minority Leader’s remarks come amid continued concerns over the stability of opposition parties in Nigeria, with analysts warning that prolonged internal conflicts could weaken their ability to provide effective checks on the ruling government.

His comments underscore growing calls for political actors to prioritise unity, internal democracy, and respect for legal processes as critical steps toward strengthening party structures and restoring public confidence.