Former Kaduna State Governor and ex-National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a national state of emergency on insecurity, warning that Nigeria’s worsening security situation requires extraordinary and coordinated national action.Makarfi also opposed any move to deregister political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that all parties that complied with the Independent National Electoral Commission guidelines should be allowed to participate in the electoral process.He made the remarks on Sunday during an interaction with journalists at his Kaduna residence, where he spoke on insecurity, democracy, preparations for the 2027 elections, and the internal crisis within the PDP.He said that while Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 remained a significant milestone, the benefits of democracy were being undermined by rising insecurity and economic hardship.“This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. Makarfi also opposed any move to deregister political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that all parties that complied with the Independent National Electoral Commission guidelines should be allowed to participate in the electoral process.He made the remarks on Sunday during an interaction with journalists at his Kaduna residence, where he spoke on insecurity, democracy, preparations for the 2027 elections, and the internal crisis within the PDP.He said that while Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 remained a significant milestone, the benefits of democracy were being undermined by rising insecurity and economic hardship.“This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. He made the remarks on Sunday during an interaction with journalists at his Kaduna residence, where he spoke on insecurity, democracy, preparations for the 2027 elections, and the internal crisis within the PDP.He said that while Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 remained a significant milestone, the benefits of democracy were being undermined by rising insecurity and economic hardship.“This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. He said that while Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 remained a significant milestone, the benefits of democracy were being undermined by rising insecurity and economic hardship.“This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. Makarfi stressed that addressing insecurity should be the government’s top priority, arguing that progress in that area would naturally improve economic and social conditions.“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. He warned that Nigeria’s current situation could no longer be treated as normal governance conditions, describing it as being close to a state of war.“You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity,” he added.Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. Makarfi also called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state, and local governments, as well as enhanced manpower, training, equipment, and logistics for security agencies.He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. He urged political actors to avoid politicising insecurity, noting that the crisis affects all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.Related NewsPRP presidential aspirant sues Donald Duke over 2027 ticketNAF strengthens national security with 111 new special forces operatorsWike-backed Lagos PDP courts Bode George, othersOn electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. On electoral matters, the former governor cautioned against attempts to deregister political parties, describing such moves as unnecessary and potentially politically motivated.“I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “I don’t support the deregistration of these political parties. Even if there is any legal reason, it has been left too late, and people will be right to read political meaning into it.“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. He, however, advised political parties to strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure proper internal democratic processes such as congresses, conventions, and primaries.On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. On the crisis within the PDP, Makarfi called for reconciliation among aggrieved members, insisting that unity and due process remain essential for the party’s survival.“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP. The issue is not about any individual; it is about what the law says and what INEC recognises.“Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “Right from the beginning, some of us promoted a give-and-take approach to avoid a crisis. My position has not changed. Reconciliation remains the way out,” he said.Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. Despite internal challenges, he expressed confidence in the future of the PDP, describing it as a deeply rooted political party not centred on any individual.“Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future,” he added.Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. Makarfi, who is set to turn 70 in August, said he was not interested in contesting elective office again, preferring instead to support younger leaders.“I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded. “I don’t belong to the class of people who believe that it must always be them. I’ll be satisfied contributing in any way I can while more vibrant younger people are given the chance to lead,” he concluded.