George Turnah, the newly appointed Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State, was formally welcomed by state chairmen of the PDP during his participation at the party’s National Expanded Caucus Meeting. The high-level gathering took place at the NEC Hall of the PDP National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza in Abuja.
The meeting was convened by the Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Ambassador Iliya Damagun, alongside the party’s National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu. It brought together top leaders of the party from across the country, including members of the Board of Trustees, National Executive Committee, National Working Committee, serving and former governors, federal lawmakers, and state party chairmen.
George Turnah attended the meeting in his new capacity as the Acting Chairman of the PDP in Bayelsa State, following his appointment by the National Working Committee as head of the state’s Caretaker Committee. His presence was seen as a key development in the reorganization and strengthening of the party’s structure in Bayelsa State ahead of upcoming electoral activities.
Turnah’s arrival was met with warmth and enthusiasm from his counterparts, as PDP state chairmen welcomed him into their ranks. Many described his appointment as a strategic move to inject fresh energy into the party’s affairs in Bayelsa and restore internal unity within the state chapter.
Party stakeholders at the meeting acknowledged Turnah’s past political experience and his close association with PDP leadership at both state and national levels. He is known for his involvement in grassroots mobilization and his longstanding ties to Bayelsa’s political establishment. His leadership is expected to bring a stabilizing effect to the party in the state, especially following recent internal disputes and structural disarray.
The expanded caucus meeting was part of ongoing consultations aimed at repositioning the PDP for future electoral battles, particularly with the 2027 general elections on the horizon. The meeting focused on issues affecting the party’s performance at recent elections, reconciliation efforts in various state chapters, and strategies to consolidate the PDP’s presence nationwide.
George Turnah’s participation marked his first official appearance at the national level since assuming his new role. According to sources within the party, he was actively involved in deliberations and contributed to discussions aimed at strengthening PDP’s organizational framework. His engagement at the national level signals the importance the party attaches to Bayelsa State and its political significance in the South-South geopolitical zone.
Insiders also revealed that Turnah held side meetings with several senior party figures to discuss party unity, reconciliation strategies, and collaborative plans to enhance the PDP’s performance in the region. His presence at the meeting was noted as an affirmation of his acceptance by the national leadership and a vote of confidence in his ability to lead the party in Bayelsa.
The PDP has in recent months intensified efforts to resolve internal conflicts and rebuild public confidence, especially after suffering setbacks in some states. The party leadership continues to emphasize inclusion and unity as it works to consolidate its position as Nigeria’s main opposition party.
George Turnah’s official introduction at the National Secretariat reinforces the leadership’s commitment to strengthening party structures at the state level. Party officials at the meeting expressed optimism that Turnah’s tenure would foster greater cohesion within Bayelsa PDP and enhance its political fortunes moving forward.
As activities ahead of the next election cycle gradually begin, the PDP appears focused on internal consolidation, strategic appointments, and robust participation of state structures in national deliberations. The welcome of George Turnah by his colleagues is seen as one more step toward that broader objective.
