Politics
Wike Says PDP Can Still Stand Strong if Greed and Pride Don’t Tear It Apart
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has made it clear that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will survive, despite the internal issues rocking it. Wike gave this assurance on Monday evening while hosting a meeting with key party members under the banner of “Concerned Stakeholders of the PDP.”
In attendance were former governors like Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu, Samuel Ortom of Benue, and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia. Also present were the PDP National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, ex-Senate Minority Leader Philip Aduda, current and former lawmakers, as well as zonal and state executives.
Wike praised the group, saying they’re not just people who make noise in the media but real members who have shown genuine commitment to the party’s progress. He highlighted the role of the G5 Governors, saying their decisions helped stabilize the country. According to him, if not for the steps taken by the G5, Nigeria would have been in deeper crisis.
He insisted that the PDP’s current problems stem from its failure to listen to warnings in the past. Wike emphasized that the party must respect both its internal rules and the country’s constitution. He added that as an opposition, the PDP cannot afford to act with arrogance or impunity. Instead of pushing people away, he said, the focus should be on unity and reconciliation. “Let’s not let greed and pride destroy our party,” he warned.
Nigerian singer Charly Boy has shared his thoughts on the recent political move by the political party African Democratic Congress (ADC).
It can be noted that the party is gearing up to challenge President Tinubu’s position in the 2027 elections.
The singer took to social media to express his thoughts on the move and questioned who the party is truly fighting for.
“Are they fighting for you, or fighting to sit where their enemies used to sit? Are they shouting ‘enough is enough’ because they’ve changed… or because they’re no longer the ones benefitting?”
“We don’t just need new names. We need new values, new visions, and people with the guts to live by them. 2027 is not about revenge. It’s about rescue.”
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, believes that despite his shortcomings, former President Muhammadu Buhari performed better than the current administration under President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Amaechi admitted Buhari didn’t achieve everything he set out to do, but insisted that things were still better under his leadership compared to now. “Buhari will be the first to tell you he didn’t accomplish all his plans, but by every standard, his government outperformed this one,” Amaechi said.
The former Rivers State governor pointed to areas like security and the independence of institutions, especially the electoral commission, as key areas where Buhari did better. “In terms of security, Buhari placed more focus there. When it comes to the independence of INEC, there was far more freedom under Buhari than we’re seeing now,” he added.
Amaechi also criticised the current state of politics, claiming that new political parties can’t even get registered because of interference from government officials. He made it clear that his comments are not personal, saying he would have been the first to commend President Tinubu if things were going well.
Former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi has maintained that Nigeria’s next president should come from the South. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Amaechi stressed that while power should shift to the South, competence and character must be the key factors in choosing leaders, not just regional sentiment.
He pointed out that the coming elections won’t just be about political parties but will be a fight between everyday Nigerians and the political class. In his words, “Nigeria belongs to everyone. We can’t keep running a system where one region holds all the power and others are sidelined. There are capable leaders in the South. It’s time to restore balance and deliver real results.”
Amaechi added that the elections should not be based on blind party loyalty, saying, “This is about Nigerians taking a stand against the political elite. If we truly want change, now is the time to act.” He believes the South is prepared to take the lead, promising a platform that gives every Nigerian a voice and renewed hope.
