A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced the appointment of a 13-member Caretaker Committee, headed by Tanimu Turaki (SAN), following a National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja.

The decision was reached during the factional 103rd NEC meeting held on Monday, where members ratified the new leadership structure aimed at stabilising the party’s internal affairs.

Former Minister and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Tanimu Turaki, was named as chairman of the caretaker committee, while Taofeek Arapaja was appointed National Secretary.

Other members of the committee include Daniel Ambrose, Hamza Abuya, Ihediwa, Isah Abubakar, Theophilus Dakashan, Ini Ememobong, Aribisala Adewale Idowu, Baru Shaffi, and Okechukwu Obiechina.

The appointment was moved as a motion by Edo State PDP Chairman Tony Aziegbemi and seconded by party ex-officio member Clement Fagboyede.

The move is part of ongoing efforts within the party to manage internal disputes and reorganise its leadership structure ahead of future political activities.

The announcement follows earlier indications that the Makinde-backed bloc intended to unveil Turaki as head of the caretaker arrangement amid wider reconciliation efforts within the PDP.