PRP: No faction exists in our party

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) says there is no faction within its ranks, emphasising that those claiming to be members of a faction of the party are not its members. Addressing a press conference in Kano on Monday, a group, the PRP-Vanguard Collective, faulted the emergence of a new national chairman by what it called […]

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) says there is no faction within its ranks, emphasising that those claiming to be members of a faction of the party are not its members.

Addressing a press conference in Kano on Monday, a group, the PRP-Vanguard Collective, faulted the emergence of a new national chairman by what it called the “Falalu faction,” insisting that the exercise contravened the party’s constitution and ideological foundation.

But in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday, Comrade Muhammed Ishaq, National Publicity Secretary of the party, said it has become important to “categorically state that there is no such thing as a “faction” within the Peoples Redemption Party.

The claims by some individuals or group claiming to operate under a fictitious “PRP-Vanguard Collective” are baseless and do not represent the reality of our party.”

The party spokesman said the “so-called individuals” are nobody of consequence and are not known by the PRP leadership or its members.

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Ishag questioned why the group is just coming up at a time when the party is gaining wider political attention and gathering more momentum.

He added, “It is clear that these distractions are attempts by certain interests to undermine our progress, but we remain undeterred.

“We want to make it known that we cannot and will not be shaken by intimidation, media distortion, or propaganda. We are prepared for both genuine and manufactured aggressions.

“Let there be no mistake: our restraint should not be mistaken for weakness. Our principled party and members will always remain lawful and peaceful, while firmly resisting attacks, misinformation, and unfair criticism from the ruling party, its proxies, and agents anywhere.

“These rustic antics and tactics are, to some extent, expected as the PRP continues to grow and make its mark in Nigerian politics.

“But know this: they will never succeed in stopping the forward march of PRP. As the saying goes, “no man can stop what God has destined.” The wickedness and desperation of these syndicates may blind them to the reality, but our resolve remains firm.

“As Nigeria’s oldest political party, PRP boasts a remarkable history of resilience and survival. Having endured nearly five decades—standing tall through military regimes, upheavals, and machinations—we have demonstrated strength, adaptability, and stability. This enduring legacy affirms that no weak or corrupt individuals or party can undermine us now or in the future.”

The party called on members and supporters not be discouraged by these “fleeting shenanigans. PRP is a moving train of redemption, and nothing can stop it until Nigeria and Nigerians are truly redeemed.”