The internal crisis within the Social Democratic Party has taken a new turn as a rival faction of the party announced the dissolution of the National Working Committee (NWC) and the expulsion of its national chairman, Adewole Adebayo, alongside 12 other party leaders.

The development marks a fresh escalation in the long-standing leadership dispute within the party, with competing blocs continuing to lay claim to the control of its national structure.

According to the faction led by Adamu Gabam, the decision was taken after what it described as a review of recent developments within the party, which it said had undermined unity and internal discipline.

The group further announced plans to restructure the party’s leadership in a bid to restore order and reposition it ahead of future political activities.

However, the expelled faction is yet to issue an official response to the latest pronouncement, as the dispute continues to raise questions over legitimacy and control of the party’s national executive.

Political observers note that the ongoing tussle reflects deeper divisions within the SDP, which has in recent months struggled with internal disagreements over leadership direction and party administration.

Analysts warn that prolonged instability within the party could affect its preparedness for upcoming elections, as rival groups continue to assert authority over the party’s structure.

The situation remains unresolved, with stakeholders awaiting clarification from relevant electoral and judicial bodies on the status of the competing factions.