Tensions erupted during a Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat, leading to a scuffle. The altercation involved Sunday Ude-Okoye, who was removed due to a rivalry with Samuel Anyanwu over the National Secretary position. This highlights ongoing internal struggles within the PDP.
A heated altercation occurred at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat during a Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting, which quickly escalated into chaos. The confrontation was triggered by the removal of Sunday Ude-Okoye, a party chieftain, from the meeting. Ude-Okoye’s ongoing rivalry with Samuel Anyanwu, who is vying for the position of National Secretary, fueled the clash.
This incident sheds light on the ongoing power struggles within the party, as key figures compete for control and influence in the party’s leadership structure. The altercation has raised concerns about the stability of the PDP, as such internal conflicts threaten the unity of one of Nigeria's major political parties.
Eyewitnesses reported that tensions had been simmering for some time, with disagreement over leadership positions coming to a head during the BoT meeting. As the altercation unfolded, security personnel were called to restore order, but not before the event captured public attention.
This scuffle is just the latest in a series of internal issues facing the PDP, which has been grappling with leadership disputes and the need for effective governance. The incident adds to the growing concerns about the party's ability to present a united front, especially as the nation looks toward the future of its political landscape.
