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PDP summons Wike over alleged anti-party activities
PDP summons Wike over alleged anti-party activities
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially summoned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to appear before its recently established Disciplinary Committee.
The summons comes in response to accusations of anti-party activities leveled against Wike, who has been a prominent figure within the party.
This development was disclosed by Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, during an appearance on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily on Monday.
Abdullahi expressed disappointment over Wike’s recent threats to incite political unrest in states governed by PDP members, particularly those who have declared their support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
He emphasized that Wike’s statements were ill-advised and could exacerbate existing tensions within the party.
The Disciplinary Committee, chaired by former Minister of Foreign Affairs High Chief Tom Ikimi, was recently formed to address internal disputes and enforce discipline within the PDP.
However, the committee’s composition has already faced criticism, with Wike’s ally, Chief Bode George, resigning in protest, alleging bias.
Wike’s threats, made over the weekend, to stir political turmoil in states where governors support Fubara in the ongoing power struggle within the Rivers State PDP, have further escalated the conflict.
The PDP Governors’ Forum had recently declared their support for Fubara during a meeting in Jalingo, Taraba State, intensifying the standoff between Wike and those backing Fubara for control of the party’s structure in Rivers State.
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Addressing PDP stakeholders during the party’s state congress in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Wike boldly asserted, “Let me assure you, not while we live, will anybody take away the PDP structure from us. I hear that there are some governors who said they will take away the structure and give it to somebody. I pity those governors because I will put fire in their states. When God has given you peace, you said you don’t want peace; whatever you see, you take.”
In response, Abdullahi revealed that Wike is among those against whom party members have filed petitions for alleged anti-party activities.
The Disciplinary Committee has formally invited Wike to appear before them to respond to these allegations. “We have received petitions regarding anti-party activities from across the country. These petitions have been aggregated, and Nyesom Wike is one of the persons expected to face that committee, which is headed by High Chief Tom Ikimi,” Abdullahi stated.
He also commended the current party leadership for its commitment to fairness, noting that they have refrained from sanctioning members without giving them an opportunity to be heard, contrasting this approach with the previous administration under Senator Iyorchia Ayu.
When asked about Wike’s recent threats against governors over the Rivers State crisis, Abdullahi clarified that Wike was likely referring to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who is also the chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum.
Abdullahi suggested that Wike’s comments were disappointing and that he should have been more cautious with his words. “It was a very disappointing remark; we were not expecting him to say that, and we are not with him on that,” Abdullahi said.
Despite the ongoing conflict, Abdullahi expressed confidence that the PDP would overcome this challenge, noting that the party has successfully navigated more delicate issues in the past. He affirmed that the current impasse is just another hurdle the party will eventually surmount.
PDP summons Wike over alleged anti-party activities
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I never said I’d be VP to anyone in 2027 – Peter Obi
I never said I’d be VP to anyone in 2027 – Peter Obi
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has denied saying he has agreed on a deal to become a vice-presidential candidate in the 2027 elections.
He also said that contrary to reports, he remains committed to the Labour Party and that anyone looking for a collaboration must state their true intentions.
In a series of posts via his official X handle on Saturday, September 14, Obi said he is ready to partner with those who share his vision for advancing Nigeria’s progress. He emphasised he is not desperate to become president or any position, but is determined to see Nigeria develop.
According to the former Anambra State Governor, he does not want to be one of those preoccupied with 2027 while Nigerians are suffering from hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other pressing challenges.
“I have been inundated with calls and concerns regarding the interview I granted to News Central TV. In that interview, I took the opportunity it provided to explain my position in detail. However, some fifth columnists have resorted to propaganda, deliberately distorting the narrative.
Let me reiterate clearly what I said, which is on record. I do not want to be one of those preoccupied with 2027 while Nigerians are suffering from hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other pressing challenges.
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I explicitly stated my openness to working with others, provided their intentions were not centred on state capture. I emphasized my commitment to partnering with those who share my vision for advancing Nigeria’s progress.” he said
He further stated that he is committed to bringing millions of out-of-school children back into classrooms.
“I also made it clear that I remain committed to the Labour Party, and if anyone wishes to negotiate or join forces, they must disclose their true intentions. When 2027 arrives, if I decide to run for any office, it will not be with those whose sole aim is state capture or merely winning an election.
I want them to explain how we will ensure that no child is left behind and how we will bring millions of out-of-school children back into classrooms, ensure healthy living and pull people out of poverty.
My statement was unequivocal, and I am genuinely surprised by the misrepresentation of my words. For the avoidance of doubts, I never stated at any time that I would be vice president to anyone and it’s unequivocal.
I have consistently maintained that I am open to working with those committed to building a new Nigeria. My commitment to Nigeria remains steadfast, and I even believe it is possible to contribute to its progress without occupying any office as I am already doing” he said
I never said I’d be VP to anyone in 2027 – Peter Obi
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Edo election: Atiku storms campaign, warns APC, INEC
Edo election: Atiku storms campaign, warns APC, INEC
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has urged residents of Edo state to protect and defend their votes during the state’s governorship election.
He warned the All Progressives Congress, APC, against rigging the election, saying such move would be vehemently resisted.
Speaking during the grand finale of the PDP’s governorship campaign rally, Atiku stated that Edo is not Lagos where, according to him, election can be rigged by the APC.
The former Vice President also urged the people of the state to protect their votes to avoid rigging.
“If you remember four years ago they threatened us, didn’t they do that? They said they won’t allow us to win in Edo State.
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“But what did we show them, ‘we showed them that Edo State no be Lagos,’ didn’t we do it?
“So this time again, we are going to show them that ‘Edo no be Lagos.’ They can’t steal votes here, therefore, protect, defend, escort your votes.
“Make sure your votes are entered, make sure your results are announced, of you do that no Jupiter will come and change your votes.
“You are winning next week, do you agree? ‘Edo no be Lagos”Atiku said.
Next week Saturday, the people of Edo State would file out to vote for the next governor of the state.
Asue Ighodalo of the PDP, Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party, LP, are the front runners in the governorship election.
Edo election: Atiku storms campaign, warns APC, INEC
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I’ve no apologies threatening to destabilise PDP states, says Wike
I’ve no apologies threatening to destabilise PDP states, says Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has doubled down on his threat to instigate anarchy and unrest in states of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Wike and Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State have been at daggers drawn over the political control and structure of the state.
Amid the virulent power tussle, the PDP governors forum declared their support for Fubara against the minister.
Exasperated by the governors’ position, Wike had threatened to put fire in the state of any governor who interfered in the political crisis in Rivers State.
However, featuring on Channels TV Politics Today, Wike said he had not changed his position on his threat to the governors, saying heaven would not fall.
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“I said it to the governors forum and I repeat without any apologies to anybody anywhere. Heaven will never fall, in fact; if heaven falls there will be peace.
“You mean as I sit as FCT Minister from Rivers State, the only person I can say I have no relationship with is the governor of Zamfara, I don’t know him; if I see him now I won’t know him.”
He asserted that the governors’ action was tantamount to violation of the constitution, saying he would not stand by and let that happen.
“I know all other governors and they know me and we have a relationship. You mean you want to violate the processes and constitution of our party.
“After your meeting, you came out on national television as chairman of the forum to read a communique that their brother in Rivers state – whether legal or not – and I’m sitting as FCT Minister from that state listening, and you expect me to fold my arms because you are a governor?
“You look at me and tell me that? Expecting me to fold my hand for everything to be well?”
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