Chaos In PDP: Wike’s Allies Suspended Amid Intensifying Party Turmoil

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended senior members of its National Working Committee (NWC) identified as allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.

The decision was reached during the 608th meeting of the PDP NWC on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Those suspended for one month and referred to the National Disciplinary Committee include: National Secretary Sen. Samuel Anyanwu, National Organizing Secretary Hon. Umar Bature, National Legal Adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade, SAN, and Deputy National Legal Adviser Barr. Okechukwu Osuoha.

PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, told journalists, “During the period of suspension, the affected officials shall cease to function in their respective roles.

“In line with Section 36(2) of our Party Constitution (as amended in 2017), Deputy National Secretary Hon. Arc. Setonji Koshoedo will act as National Secretary. The National Director of Legal Services will oversee the activities of the Legal Department in the absence of the National Legal Adviser and Deputy National Legal Adviser.”

The suspension comes after these officials reportedly distanced themselves from party meetings and activities in recent months, worsening internal divisions within the PDP.

Tensions within the opposition party intensified ahead of its planned national convention scheduled for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. On Friday, a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the PDP to halt preparations for the convention, citing unresolved disputes over delegates and party leadership.

Responding to the court ruling, Ologunagba stated, “While the PDP respects the judiciary, we will appeal this judgment. Our preparations for the national convention remain on course and will not be derailed.”