Main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, on Saturday at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, expelled some high-profile members, including the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike; Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Ekiti governor Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu, and several others for anti-party activities.
Their expulsion was “promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates,” highlighting the party’s “commitment to restoring unity, discipline, and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections.”
This was contained in an official statement released by @OfficialPDPNig across its social media handles.
The statement read, “In a landmark move to restore unity, discipline, and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, has expelled high-profile members Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Governor Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu, and several others.
“The decision, which was promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates, underscores the party’s commitment to eradicating internal divisions and anti-party conduct that have plagued its progress.”
Chief Olabode George, who is also a former national vice-chairman of the party (south), reportedly moved the motion for their expulsion, while Samaila Buga, chairman of the PDP in Bauchi, seconded his motion.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed and chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, put it to a voice vote.
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