The PDP expulsion crisis intensified on Saturday. The Umar Damagun–led faction removed FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, ex-Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, and eight other senior figures for alleged anti-party activities.
The announcement came during the party’s Elective National Convention in Ibadan. It immediately sparked debates within the political community.
Wike Among 10 Leaders Affected
The PDP expulsion list also includes National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Mohammed Abdulrahman, Mao Ohuabunwa, Austin Nwachukwu, George Turner, Abraham Amali, Dan Orbi, Bature, and Adeyemi Ajibade (SAN).
Chief Bode George moved the motion, while Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde seconded it. They emphasized that the measure was constitutional and necessary.
State Excos Dissolved in Five States
Alongside the high-profile PDP expulsion, the faction dissolved party structures in Rivers, Imo, Abia, Plateau, and Enugu States.
Officials said this move was needed to restore order and discipline. It also followed Section 33(2) of the PDP Constitution (2017).
Faction Says Decision Was Constitutional
The convention maintained that the actions were essential to enforce loyalty.
Officials added that the latest PDP expulsion reflects efforts to prepare the party for future elections. They aim to ensure committed leadership at both national and state levels.
Looking Ahead
The PDP expulsion of Wike, Fayose, and others is likely to influence party debates.
Observers suggest expelled members may seek reconciliation. Loyalists could push for stricter enforcement of party rules.
These developments may shape PDP strategies ahead of upcoming elections.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the PDP expulsion marks a critical turning point.
How Wike, Fayose, and the other expelled members respond will determine whether the PDP emerges stronger or faces deeper internal challenges.
