Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, may have reached an understanding to unite within the party ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The PUNCH reports that the agreement was reached last week during a meeting where Governor Seyi Makinde represented the PDP governors in a meeting with Wike.
The meeting discussed on resolving the political crisis in Rivers State involving Wike and the suspended Governor Sim Fubara, issues related to the South-South zonal leadership, the National Secretary, and other matters to balance the interests of both sides.
A close source to Makinde revealed the Oyo State Governor brief fellow PDP governors, while Wike would do same to his loyal supporters.
The source say, “Makinde and Wike met in Lagos, where Makinde represented the PDP governors and Wike attended on behalf of his loyalists.
“During the meeting, Wike expressed concerns about the Governors Forum’s recommendations, claiming they were made without considering party laws. He stated that some of the positions taken by the governors were illegal. The minister also pointed out that despite the Forum’s numerous positions, it has only succeeded in complicating matters rather than resolving them.
“Wike informed Makinde and other PDP leaders that he was unhappy with the Forum’s decisions regarding the National Secretary, South-South Zonal leadership, and the ongoing issues in Rivers State.
“He promised to stay in the PDP but requested that the forum and party leadership reconsider their positions on these issues in accordance with the party’s considering, to ensure peace, unity, and help reposition the party.”
According to the source, Makinde said the behaviour of some of the party’s officials involved had worsened the situation.
He said, “In his response, Makinde also mentioned that the attitude of some officials towards the PDP governors was disrespectful and was not helping the situation. He reassured Wike that no one was trying to embarrass anyone, but rather, everyone was doing their best to reposition the party.
“Makinde promised to brief the governors on or before the forum’s next meeting and assured Wike of his support. They both agreed that concerned members should withdraw the pending litigation and pursue political solutions.
“Additionally, they agreed that the Governors Forum’s decision on the zonal congress, especially that of the South-South, the Rivers State crisis, the National Secretary position, and other matters should be revisited to accommodate all interests.”
