The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has constituted a 13-member National Convention Screening Committee to screen aspirants vying for national offices ahead of its highly anticipated 2025 Elective National Convention, slated for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.
According to a statement issued on October 25, 2025 by the National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) and signed by its chairman, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, who is also the Governor of Adamawa State, the screening exercise would be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
The Screening Committee is chaired by Eyitayo Jegede (SAN), a former Ondo State governorship candidate and senior legal practitioner, and will be assisted by Hon. Mohammed L.S. Diri (SAN) as Deputy Chairman, while Mr. Asue Ighodalo, Esq., will serve as Secretary, and Jacob Otorkpa as 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 NCOC said the composition of the committee reflects the PDP’s renewed commitment to transparency, integrity, and internal democracy in its preparations for the upcoming 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 would be conducted with fairness, impartiality, and credibility, reaffirming the PDP’s resolve to strengthen internal democracy as it prepares for 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.
The announcement marks a major step in the PDP’s efforts to consolidate unity, reposition its structures nationwide, and reinforce its readiness for a stronger showing in future elections.
