Dele Momodu Reveals: Wike’s Political Survival Depends On Tinubu, PDP Governors Under Siege

Chief Dele Momodu, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has argued that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is loyal to President Bola Tinubu for political survival.

Momodu explained that Wike’s relevance would immediately diminish if he were to sever ties with Tinubu at this stage. He further noted that as a reward for his loyalty, President Tinubu has granted Wike significant power, which he is expected to justify and utilize.

The former presidential aspirant shared his thoughts during an interview with New Telegraph, where he discussed the ongoing crisis within the PDP and the actions of certain party members ahead of the 2027 elections.

He remarked, “There are many perspectives to this situation. Firstly, you can’t entirely blame those aligning with Tinubu. Many are driven by fear of their own survival. Politics is ultimately about survival. Take Wike, for example—without Tinubu, he would have lost all relevance. Tinubu has empowered him significantly, and with power comes responsibility.”

Momodu continued, “I’m not surprised that Wike is tied to Tinubu’s fate; he has no other option. His ambitions are just as bold and uncertain as Tinubu’s. But sadly for him, he must put his personal ambitions on hold until a real opportunity arises—which may feel as elusive as waiting for Godot.”

The PDP chieftain also alleged that some PDP governors, particularly those seeking re-election, are being subtly coerced into supporting President Tinubu. He claimed these threats are part of the APC’s broader strategy to maintain power in the 2027 elections.

“There are also governors who are being covertly pressured,” Momodu added. “This is part of the APC’s tactics to solidify its control leading up to the next election.”