Ola Akinwunmi
In a turn of events at the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat on Monday, a staff member, Thomas Ibu, was allegedly manhandled and arrested by security agents.
The incident unfolded amid heightened tensions within the party, just hours before its pivotal 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.
A correspondent present at the Wuse Zone 5 secretariat witnessed several policemen surrounding and apprehending Ibu, who works in the party’s Publicity Department. The sudden and forceful arrest triggered immediate reactions from other PDP staff members, who attempted to intervene and resist the police’s actions. However, the security operatives quickly overpowered them, swiftly taking Ibu away from the premises.
The reason behind the arrest remains shrouded in mystery, with no official statement released by the police or the PDP at the time of filing this report. The incident is likely to further exacerbate the ongoing internal crisis within the party, particularly concerning the contentious position of National Secretary.
The upcoming 100th NEC meeting is expected to address critical issues facing the PDP, including leadership disputes and strategies for future political engagements. This latest development adds a layer of uncertainty and concern, raising questions about the implications for internal party dynamics and the overall political climate.
