Dare Babalola
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has established a 13-member National Convention Screening Committee to vet candidates vying for national offices ahead of its 2025 Elective National Convention, scheduled to hold on November 15-16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) announced that the screening exercise for aspirants will hold on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, according to a statement issued on Friday, and signed by NCOC Chairman, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the Governor of Adamawa State.
The screening committee will be led by Eyitayo Jegede, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former governorship candidate in Ondo State, bringing his wealth of legal expertise to the role.
He will be assisted by Hon. Mohammed L.S. Diri (SAN) as Deputy Chairman, while Mr. Asue Ighodalo, Esq., will serve as Secretary. Jacob Otorkpa was named Deputy Secretary.
Other members of the committee include: Emmanuel Enoidem (SAN), Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, Chief Mrs. Aduke Maina, Iyom Josephine Anenih, Achike Udenwa, Haj. Maryam Inna Ciroma, HM. Felix Hassan Hyat, HM. Zainab Maina, and Chinedu Nwachukwu, who will also serve as Administrative Secretary.
The statement noted that the selection reflected the PDP’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and internal democracy in the build-up to its national convention.
“The NCOC notes and expects that the exemplary conduct and strict adherence to rules and regulations during this very crucial assignment will justify the confidence reposed by the Party in members of the Committee,” the statement read.
Fintiri assured party members that the screening process will be conducted with the highest standards of fairness and impartiality, underscoring the PDP’s resolve to strengthen its democratic institutions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“This exercise is crucial in ensuring that only credible, competent, and loyal members emerge to steer the affairs of our great party,” Fintiri stated.
