The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Special National Convention was thrown into confusion after suspected thugs reportedly disrupted proceedings and forcefully ejected members of the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led group from the convention venue.

The incident occurred amid growing tensions within the party over the reported adoption of former President Goodluck Jonathan as a preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

According to reports, supporters of the Turaki faction accused rival elements within the party of orchestrating the disruption to prevent delegates from expressing their views on key decisions concerning the party’s future and leadership direction.

The development highlights the deepening divisions within the PDP as various blocs continue to battle for control ahead of the 2027 general elections. Party stakeholders have called for calm and urged members to embrace dialogue and democratic principles in resolving internal disputes.

As of the time of filing this report, the party leadership had yet to issue a comprehensive statement on the disruption and the allegations surrounding the convention.