Reno Omokri: I Remain in PDP Despite Serving in Tinubu-Led APC Govt

Reno Omokri: I Remain in PDP Despite Serving in Tinubu-Led APC Govt

Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has insisted that he remains a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) despite working with the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration of President Bola Tinubu.

In a Facebook post on Monday, Omokri reflected on his political journey, stating that he joined the PDP as far back as 1999 at the return of democracy and has remained in the party ever since.

“I became a member of the PDP at the age of 24 in 1999, and for the past twenty-seven years, I have NEVER changed parties,” he wrote.

He explained that his continued association with the PDP is based on ideological beliefs, including support for national unity, free trade, privatisation, and devolution of powers, which he said align with his political philosophy.

Omokri also stated that he has made significant financial contributions to the party over the years, adding that he has consistently supported decisions taken by what he described as the legitimate leadership of the PDP, including its decision to back President Bola Tinubu in the last election cycle.

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“When the court-sanctioned and legitimate leadership of my party decided to support President Bola Tinubu, I joined it and have given, and will continue to give, Asiwaju Tinubu my full and unequivocal support,” he said.

His comments come amid ongoing public debate about political loyalty and cross-party collaboration, particularly involving opposition figures who have taken roles or assignments under the current administration.

Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, has remained active in public discourse, often commenting on governance, elections, and political ideology in Nigeria.

He urged Nigerian politicians to adopt ideology-based politics rather than shifting allegiance for personal or political convenience, stressing the importance of consistency in party affiliation.

“If you do not stand for something, you will fall for anything,” he added, calling for stronger ideological commitment within Nigeria’s political system.

The statement is likely to further fuel discussions on party loyalty, political realignment, and cross-party cooperation ahead of the 2027 general elections, as more politicians continue to navigate alliances across party lines.

Reno Omokri: I Remain in PDP Despite Serving in Tinubu-Led APC Govt