Tensions rise in Nigerian politics as a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to Nyesom Wike demands an apology from All Progressives Congress National Secretary Ajibola Basiru. This demand follows heated exchanges over Rivers State affairs. The ultimatum highlights ongoing rivalries between major parties. The Ultimatum Issued The Wike-loyal PDP group released a statement…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr Adetokunbo Pearse, has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu and other political actors over the 2027 election, cautioning that any attempt to rig the poll could draw international consequences. Pearse spoke during an interview on Arise Television on Sunday, where he said the global…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned that political defections by governors and other elected officials damage Nigeria’s democracy and should attract criminal sanctions. The party said frequent defections weaken accountability and betray voters’ trust. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, made the call while reacting to the growing wave of defections to the…
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect, signalling a significant political shift in the state. He announced the decision in a resignation letter dated December 29, 2025, which he personally addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman of Ampang West Ward in Mangu Local Government Area. Ward…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would collapse if he defects to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He made the remark while responding to questions about his political future during an end-of-year media chat in Port Harcourt on Monday. Wike insisted that despite recent defections by…
Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo as part of renewed efforts to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The meeting, held on Saturday at Obasanjo’s penthouse residence within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, was led by the party’s factional chairman,…
ADC leaders blast defecting governors. They claim these leaders chase personal gains. This stirs debates on democracy’s future. ADC’s Strong Accusations The African Democratic Congress attacks governors who join the All Progressives Congress. Bolaji Abdullahi speaks for ADC. He says these governors lack conviction and courage. Instead, they seek easy paths in the ruling party….
The Peoples Democratic Party has confirmed the death of Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who collapsed on Thursday at the Government House in Yenagoa. The party said the news shocked members and further described him as a loyal and principled leader who shaped politics in the state. PDP Issues Emotional Statement on Ewhrudjakpo’s Passing National…
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has again dismissed a growing PDP defection rumour, saying he has no plan to leave the Peoples Democratic Party for the PRP. His media aide, Mukhtar Gidado, made the clarification on Wednesday in Bauchi, calling the claim false and misleading. Gidado stressed that the governor remains committed to the PDP….
Adebayo Adedamola secured the Peoples Democratic Party’s nomination for Osun State’s 2026 governorship election. He won the primary on December 2, 2025. This victory came amid Governor Ademola Adeleke‘s notable absence from the race. The Primary Election Unfolds Party members gathered for the primary. Adebayo, known as FRYO, triumphed over rivals. He garnered strong support…
