The Digest:
Key factions within the crisis-ridden Peoples Democratic Party, loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, are actively seeking alternative political platforms, including the African Democratic Congress and the All Progressives Congress, over fears the party may be unable to field candidates in the 2027 general elections.
Key Points:
- PDP factions led by Nyesom Wike and Seyi Makinde are exploring moves to the ADC and APC.
- The crisis stems from five ongoing court cases challenging the party's leadership and conventions.
- INEC's rejection of the party's Ekiti governorship candidate heightened fears of being barred from 2027.
- A PDP chieftain stated negotiations with the ADC are ongoing to "protect the interests of our candidates."
- The ADC confirmed it is open to collaboration but said talks are at an early stage.
- Some PDP leaders warn that he party's damage may be irreparable, making an alternative platform necessary.
- PDP's national secretary from the Wike bloc dismissed talks with APC as "mere speculations."
- Despite the turmoil, some party spokespersons insist the PDP will field and win the 2027 elections.
Sources: Sunday PUNCH
