The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken sweeping disciplinary action at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, expelling several high-profile members, including former Rivers State Governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike; former PDP National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Kamaldeen Ajibade; former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose; and Hon. Austin Nwachukwu, among others.
The decision, which was adopted by an overwhelming majority of accredited delegates, marks one of the most decisive internal sanctions in the party’s recent history.
Party leaders described the move as necessary to “restore unity, discipline, and organisational focus” ahead of the 2027 general elections, following prolonged internal disputes and accusations of anti-party activities levelled against the affected members.
According to convention officials, the expulsion followed the presentation of a report detailing actions said to violate the PDP constitution, including open fraternisation with rival political interests and alleged attempts to undermine party cohesion in key electoral contests.
Delegates reportedly voted almost unanimously in favour of the disciplinary measure, signalling the party’s resolve to reposition itself and eliminate what leaders described as “chronic internal sabotage”.
The development is expected to reshape power dynamics within the PDP, particularly as the party battles to stabilise itself amid ongoing factional tensions and leadership struggles.
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