In a bold move that underscores the deepening fissures within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed reports of former Minister Kabiru Tanimu Turaki emerging as the party’s National Chairman, asserting that any such development belongs to “another faction, not the PDP I know.”
Wike’s sharp rebuke, coupled with his denial of former President Goodluck Jonathan’s rumored 2027 presidential candidacy, has reignited debates about the opposition party’s unity and direction ahead of the next general elections.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Friday, Wike addressed swirling speculations about Jonathan’s political ambitions, firmly stating that the former president has not confided in him about any plans to contest in 2027. “I have not heard anything from President Jonathan about running for office,” Wike said, his tone resolute.
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“As far as I know, he has not communicated any such intention to me.” His comments, reported by Vanguard Newspapers, aim to quash rumors that have fueled political chatter in recent weeks, as analysts speculate on potential heavyweights eyeing the presidency.
However, it was Wike’s rejection of Turaki’s reported selection as PDP National Chairman that stole the spotlight, laying bare the party’s internal rifts. Turaki, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former Minister of Special Duties, was announced as a consensus candidate for the chairmanship by a segment of the party, a move that has sparked both intrigue and division.
Wike, a PDP stalwart and former Rivers State governor, distanced himself from the decision, suggesting it stems from a splinter group rather than the party’s mainstream. “I don’t know about Tanimu Turaki becoming chairman,” Wike declared. “Maybe he’s chairman for another faction—it’s certainly not the PDP I know.”
Wike’s remarks reflect the ongoing power struggles within the PDP, which has been grappling with factionalism, defections, and legal battles over its leadership and upcoming national convention.
The former governor’s public disavowal of Turaki’s candidacy signals his intent to maintain influence over the party’s direction, even as he navigates his role in President Bola Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress-led government. Political observers note that Wike’s comments may deepen tensions with other PDP leaders, particularly those backing Turaki, as the party fights to present a united front.
The minister’s statements also highlight the broader uncertainty surrounding the PDP’s leadership and strategy. With the 2027 elections looming, the party faces mounting pressure to resolve its internal crises and rally behind a cohesive vision.
Turaki’s emergence, whether legitimate or factional, has added fuel to discussions about the PDP’s ability to unify its ranks and challenge the ruling APC. Meanwhile, Wike’s dismissal of Jonathan’s rumored candidacy underscores his determination to separate fact from speculation, even as he remains a polarizing figure within his own party.