The Southwest Zone of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved a new three-member interim administrative team to manage its affairs in Ekiti State.
This move, made in line with Part VII, Section 26(2) of the PDP Constitution, was announced after the party’s zonal meeting held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The interim team comprises Chief Sanya Atofarati as Chairman, Lanre Fajuyi as Secretary, and Chief Adeola Ogunrinde as Member.
In a statement signed by the Zonal Secretary, Barr. Olumuyiwa Obanewa, the party commended the outgoing caretaker committee led by Chief Dare Adeleke for repositioning the PDP in Ekiti. It praised the committee’s dedication and efforts in laying the groundwork for the party’s revival ahead of future elections.
To further strengthen its structure in the state, the party also approved the formation of a five-member Fact-Finding Committee. This committee, chaired by Barr. Obanewa, is tasked with conducting an independent and comprehensive assessment of the party’s current status in Ekiti and submitting a report to the National Working Committee (NWC).
Other members of the committee include Comrade Seyi Bamidele, Barr. Benson Amuwa, Mrs. Oluwakemi Bello, and Chief Tunji Adeyemo.
The newly appointed interim administrators have been directed to assume office immediately and begin preliminary engagements ahead of the expected arrival of the National Interface Committee. The statement added that a Reconciliation Committee will also work with stakeholders to address grievances and unify party members in the state.
“The PDP in the Southwest remains unwavering in its commitment to unity, justice, and internal democracy,” the statement read. “We continue to strengthen our structures across the zone in preparation for future electoral successes.”
