A prominent figure and Board of Trustees member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Olabode George, has openly accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of actively undermining the party’s established system and working in concert with the ruling All Progressives Congress.
George’s remarks came during an interview with Arise TV on Friday, where he addressed the persistent internal crises plaguing the opposition party.
George described Wike as a “loose cannon” whose actions are detrimental to the PDP’s cohesion and future prospects.
He highlighted the party’s structured system, emphasising that all committees, including reconciliation efforts led by figures like Bukola Saraki, ultimately report to the National Executive Committee.
The NEC, according to George, holds the ultimate authority second only to the national convention.
The PDP chieftain revealed that the party’s inability to convene a NEC meeting for an extended period contributed significantly to the ongoing “shenanigans.”
He cited a dispute concerning the party’s secretary, who contested for governorship without resigning, as a key factor that stalled NEC meetings.
However, George confirmed that the party has now resolved these procedural hurdles, with a crucial NEC meeting slated for July 23rd.
“He seems like he’s very much the loose cannon of the party that’s hell-bent on destroying it. In fact, he seems to have succeeded on some levels, working hand-in-hand with the APC,” George asserted, directly implicating Wike in efforts to destabilize the PDP.
He stressed that individuals of Wike’s status, being a member of the Board of Trustees, cannot simply be “fired” but must be held accountable through the party’s established processes.
The upcoming NEC meeting is anticipated to be a pivotal moment for the PDP, where all outstanding issues, including those related to Wike’s alleged anti-party activities, will be tabled for discussion and resolution.
George expressed optimism that adherence to the party’s constitution and the collective will of its members would prevail, leading to a much-needed rebirth and strengthening of the PDP ahead of the 2027 elections.
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