iDeemlawfulThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a 13-member National Convention Screening Committee to vet aspirants for national offices ahead of the party’s much-anticipated 2025 Elective National Convention, scheduled for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
According to a statement released on October 25, 2025, by the National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) and signed by its Chairman, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, who also serves as the Governor of Adamawa State, the screening exercise will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
The committee will be chaired by Eyitayo Jegede (SAN), a former Ondo State governorship candidate and prominent legal practitioner.
He will be supported by Hon. Mohammed L.S. Diri (SAN) as Deputy Chairman, while Mr. Asue Ighodalo, Esq., will serve as Secretary. Jacob Otorkpa was appointed as Deputy Secretary.
Other committee members 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 emphasized that the composition of the committee demonstrates the PDP’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and internal democracy as it prepares for 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 would be guided by fairness and impartiality, reflecting the PDP’s determination 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.
