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The Digest:

The Peoples Democratic Party is confronting its most severe internal crisis following the defection of several key governors to the ruling APC. The departures have sparked debates over zoning, leadership, and the party’s future ahead of the 2027 elections.

Key Points:
  • Governor Sheriff Oborevwori led Delta State’s PDP members to the APC in April.
  • Akwa Ibom’s Umo Eno defected in June, citing alignment with the federal government.
  • Enugu Governor Peter Mbah joined the APC, claiming the PDP could no longer serve the people.
  • Bayelsa’s Douye Diri also defected, alongside state assembly members.
  • Atiku Abubakar’s aide stated the ex-VP was never the party’s problem.
  • Critics blame the PDP’s refusal to respect zoning before the 2023 elections.
  • Some analysts say the party can still rebound before 2027.
The defections reveal a party navigating not just political shifts, but a deeper crisis of identity and trust. As allegiances realign, the PDP’s ability to withstand the storm will depend on its capacity for renewal and reconnection with its base.

Sources: Daily Post