According to channels tv, Fresh details have emerged from the tense confrontation at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat in Abuja, as a security officer on duty was overheard appealing to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed to de-escalate the situation by moving his vehicle away from the entrance. The officer’s remark — “I want to assure you that if you remove your car, everybody will leave” — has since circulated widely, shedding new light on the heated political clash that unfolded earlier in the day.
The incident occurred during the dramatic standoff involving Governor Bala, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, their supporters, and the convoy of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The confrontation, which drew heavy national attention, stemmed from ongoing internal disputes within the PDP, with each faction attempting to assert control over access to the party’s headquarters.
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Eyewitnesses reported that part of the tension began when vehicles belonging to Bala’s convoy were positioned strategically near the main gate, creating a blockage that prevented other convoys — particularly Wike’s — from entering the premises. As the crowd swelled and arguments intensified, security officers struggled to maintain order and prevent physical clashes between rival supporters.
It was during this chaotic moment that one of the senior officers approached Governor Bala directly, urging him to move his vehicle to allow for free passage. The officer was firm yet respectful, emphasizing that clearing the governor’s car from the gate would automatically ease the tension and restore movement around the entrance.
The governor, however, was said to be visibly displeased with the situation, insisting that Wike’s attempt to enter the secretariat was illegitimate and contrary to internal party agreements. Supporters from both camps continued chanting and defending their positions, forcing security operatives to intervene repeatedly. Read Original