PDP Governors Split Over Damagum’s Leadership Ahead of 2027
The internal discord within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the leadership of Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum has deepened, with several governors openly expressing their opinions on social media. These divisions reflect a larger power struggle ahead of the 2027 elections, as some governors aim to retain political influence even after their terms end.
Wike and Atiku’s Proxy Battle Fuels Crisis
The rift within the party can be traced to a proxy war between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Atiku’s loyalists prefer a North Central chairman to complete the tenure of the ousted National Chairman, Iyiorchia Ayu, while Wike’s camp supports Damagum’s continued leadership until the next convention. With ambitions for 2027 at stake, governors like Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed are positioning themselves for influence in the party’s future presidential and vice-presidential nominations.
Fence-Mending Efforts Struggle to Bridge Divides
The PDP’s Board of Trustees, led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has been engaging in reconciliation efforts, but the cracks remain wide. While some governors like Fintiri and Makinde openly support Damagum, others, such as Adeleke and Mohammed, favor a leadership change in line with the party’s constitution. The Board remains optimistic that the party will eventually overcome these challenges and unite ahead of future elections.
Nigerian Social Media Reactions:
- @official_ebuka: “PDP infighting again? They need to get their house in order before 2027!”
- @tessy_adesina: “Atiku and Wike can’t keep fighting over leadership while the party crumbles.”
- @kayode_omooba: “If Damagum is good, why not keep him? These governors need to stop playing games.”
- @ayomide_ola: “Makinde seems to be playing the long game. 2027 ambitions on display.”
- @chukwudi_nwachukwu: “Wike still causing trouble even after leaving the Rivers State seat. Wow!”
- @omolara_politico: “Atiku vs Wike again? This needs to stop if PDP wants to survive.”
- @oluwa_timi: “PDP is shooting itself in the foot by letting internal strife get this bad.”
- @chijioke_okafor: “Governors thinking about 2027 instead of fixing the party’s current issues.”
- @damilola_lagos: “Wike is more concerned about control than progress for PDP.”
- @adetayo_mustapha: “So many political egos at play in PDP right now.”
- @abdul_lawal: “Interesting how Fintiri and Makinde are supporting Damagum openly.”
- @grace_ekong: “Adeleke’s neutrality might be the best position to take right now.”
- @benson_peter: “These power moves are weakening the PDP. They need unity more than ever.”
- @oyeleke_salami: “Governors focusing on successors already when they should be working on party unity.”
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