Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has described the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as embarrassing, attributing it to the party’s lingering struggle with its recent electoral defeat.
Ayo Fayose, a former governor of Ekiti State and a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has voiced his regret about the turmoil affecting Nigeria’s once dominant political party.
He stated that the suspension and counter-suspension within the party have degraded it to an embarrassing level, which he believes is unnecessary.
Fayose stated on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics that the recent events in our party have turned suspensions and counter-suspensions, particularly at the leadership level, into a farce.
“And unfortunately, the party’s current situation has deteriorated to an unnecessarily embarrassing level.”
The former governor of Ekiti stated that the ongoing crisis within the main opposition party is due to their loss in the 2023 general election to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Fayose believes that the PDP will require divine intervention to reunite as a formidable political party capable of competing for the highest positions in the country.
“The party is currently plagued by the mismanagement and arrogance of a few individuals, reflecting the saying that when the head falters, the entire body suffers. As a result, it will require divine intervention or perhaps even a miracle to restore this party,” he remarked.
“Restricted by the court ruling”
On Friday, a Federal High Court in Abuja prohibited the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) from ousting Umar Damagum as the Acting National Chairman of the party. Fayose remarked that this decision has restricted everyone’s actions within the party.
When questioned about whether Damagum should step down, Fayose stated that his opinion is currently irrelevant because a court of law has already made a decision on the issue.
Fayose dismissed claims that he had expressed interest in becoming the national chairman of the PDP, stating that the role is too demanding for his age. He added that he does not intend to pursue any position within the party currently or in the near future.
Yesterday, a report circulated claiming I had announced my candidacy for national chairman. This is an irresponsible statement that did not come from me and never will.
“I have no desire to hold any position in the party anymore, nor do I want an appointment of any kind. I’ve never expressed interest in becoming the national chairman of the party—God forbid, that role is too demanding for me at my age now. It’s not something I seek or will ever aim for,” Fayose stated.
Wike and Fubara’s conflict is regrettable.
The PDP crisis also reached Rivers State, where Governor Siminalayi Fubara has been embroiled in an ongoing struggle for control of the party in the state with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
Back when their relationship was strong, Fayose had advised Fubara in a video that later went viral to avoid any disagreements with Wike.
However, the relationship between the political father and son eventually deteriorated, with Fayose calling it “very unfortunate.”
I spoke in good faith, with the intention of ensuring harmony between Governor Fubara and Governor Wike. However, recent events have raised significant concerns for everyone.
Fayose also conveyed concern that the situation between Wike and Fubara may have surpassed any chance of reconciliation, stating, “The crisis is extremely regrettable. I believe it has reached a point of no return; things have progressed too far.”
“Even if you wish to resolve this issue, restoring trust can be challenging. Therefore, I am inclined to think that it’s too late for reconciliation.”
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