{
  "id": 3530339,
  "title": "Saraki Urges PDP Members to Close Ranks, Says Unity Key to 2027 Victory in Kwara",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/saraki-urges-pdp-members-to-close-ranks-says-unity-key-to-2027",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T14:49:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/26/saraki-urges-pdp-members-to-close-ranks-says-unity-key-to-2027-victory-in-kwara/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State to foster unity and work together towards securing victory in the 2027 elections. The call came during a gathering of party supporters at his residence in Ilorin on Wednesday, where Saraki was warmly welcomed by a large crowd of enthusiastic PDP members.\n\nExpressing gratitude to the people of Kwara State, Saraki praised their unwavering faith in his leadership and dedication to the state's progress. He acknowledged the sacrifices, maturity, and commitment demonstrated by party members and aspirants, particularly those who supported the party's candidates despite the internal party processes.\n\nSaraki further commended party members for their accommodating attitude towards former All Progressives Congress (APC) members who have recently joined the PDP. He emphasized that the party's strength lies in its ability to unite members, reconcile differences, and work collectively towards a common goal.\n\nSeveral National Assembly candidates who attended the event also addressed the gathering, expressing their appreciation to the party leadership and members for their support and confidence. They pledged their loyalty and commitment to the PDP's ideals and Saraki's leadership, assuring the audience of their determination to collaborate for the party's success in the upcoming general election.",
  "summary": "Hammed Shittu in Ilorin Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State to close ranks and work in unity",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}