PDP crisis: Oyinlola reconciliation panel announces resolution of NWC differences

The Olagunsoye Oyinlola-led Reconciliation Committee has announced the successful resolution of the lingering crisis within the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

In an address to journalists on Tuesday, Oyinlola expressed gratitude to God for the successful outcome of the three-hour marathon meeting with the warring parties.

He stated, “We have been able to resolve the differences that have been causing our party some headaches within the National Working Committee. We thank God that we have been able to open up ourselves and resolve to move forward as a united NWC. This is what we needed for the progress of our party, the PDP.”

When asked to disclose the specifics of the issues deliberated and resolved during the NWC session, Oyinlola declined, saying, “The issues resolved are the differences that have permeated the ranks of the NWC. I cannot itemise them for you now.”

The former Osun State Governor also mentioned that his committee would update the PDP Governors’ Forum on its findings and possible recommendations at its meeting later tonight.

He emphasised that his job as the chairman of the National Reconciliation Committee is now complete, as the differences within the NWC have been resolved.

“That (NEC) wasn’t part of our discussion. I am telling you again that it wasn’t, and I am not in a position to speak on the NEC meeting. I am the chairman of the National Reconciliation Committee. There were differences in the NWC, and that has been resolved. So my job is finished.”

A member of the NWC, who preferred anonymity, corroborated Oyinlola’s statement, stating that the outcome and recommendations would be tabled at the PDP Governors’ Forum for a final decision tonight.

“The outcome of our meeting will be sealed at the PDP Governors’ Forum tonight,” they said.