Bode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He accused the party of being devoid of genuine political organisation and dominated by a single individual’s influence.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Wednesday, the elder statesman questioned the sustainability of the ruling party’s model, especially with growing talks around the possible emergence of a third force like the Social Democratic Party (SDP) ahead of the 2027 elections.
“In truth, the APC doesn’t operate as a structured political party—it revolves entirely around one person,” he said.
He stressed that any credible alternative must place national interest above personal ambition.
“The people must come first. Leadership should focus on managing national resources for the public good. Self-serving ambition is a misguided and harmful approach,” he said.
He called for a shift towards inclusive governance, grounded in public participation.
“Leadership must reflect the will and aspirations of the people. Power should flow from them, not be imposed upon them.”
Turning to the PDP, George addressed the party’s internal discord, expressing hope that matters would be resolved during the next National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.
“What began as a minor issue has now spread like a malignant disease,” he noted, attributing the crisis to unchecked ambition within the party ranks.
“This didn’t just happen overnight—it stems from a failure to put the collective ahead of the individual.”
Nonetheless, he maintained confidence in the PDP’s mechanisms for conflict resolution.
“We have established processes. Once the NEC convenes, we’ll argue, debate, and eventually reach a consensus. We must return to the principles laid down by the party’s founding fathers.”
He warned that ongoing instability if left unaddressed, could prove fatal to the PDP’s future.
“Those who can’t abide by the process are free to find their place elsewhere. But if we don’t resolve this at the next NEC meeting, then we might as well call it quits.”
