Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says the internal crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has largely subsided—at least for the time being—following the recent defection of some top members, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Speaking during a media parley in Abuja on Monday, Wike acknowledged that while the turbulence within the party has eased, certain lingering issues still require attention.
“The crisis in PDP is over for now, because there are still some things remaining,” he said.
Wike outlines conditions for peace
The former Rivers State governor also outlined conditions for sustainable peace in the party. Chief among them, he said, is the recognition of the South-South zonal congress, which he insists must remain valid.
“Our South-South zonal congress that was held must be upheld. There’s no doubt, no two ways about it,” Wike declared.
He criticiced what he described as attempts by the party’s leadership to undermine the congress, which took place in Calabar.
“Now, when we were doing our South-South congress, the acting National Chairman claimed that the PDP governors were not in support of the national congress. Where are the PDP governors now?” he asked.
Reaffirming the legitimacy of the outcome, Wike stated, “Our congress was held in Calabar and there’s nothing anybody can tell us. If they want another round of crisis, so be it. Our congress held and Chief Dan Orbih emerged as the National Vice Chairman from the congress. And the court allowed for the congress to hold.
