Wike Credits G5 Governors for Nigeria’s Political Stability, Urges PDP to Embrace Unity and Rule of Law



The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has credited the relative political stability in Nigeria to the bold decisions taken by the G5 governors during the 2023 general elections.

Wike made the statement on Monday during a meeting with Concerned Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at his official residence in Abuja.

In attendance were former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom, former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, PDP National Secretary Sam Anyanwu, current and former lawmakers, and party delegates from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Addressing the gathering, Wike reaffirmed that the G5 governors—who opposed the presidential bid of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar—acted in the nation’s best interest by upholding the PDP’s zoning principle, which they argued required that the presidency be zoned to the South after eight years of Northern leadership under Muhammadu Buhari.

“You may like us or hate us, but the truth remains that Nigeria enjoys relative stability today because of the G5’s intervention,” Wike said. “Had the party listened to us, we wouldn’t be in this current situation.”

He criticized the party’s leadership for allowing “selfish interests and impunity” to override the principles on which the PDP was founded, stressing that no opposition party can survive without internal discipline and adherence to constitutional order.

“We must show Nigerians that we believe in unity—just like the founding fathers of our party,” Wike added. “Let us not allow ego and greed to destroy what is left of the PDP.”

Wike also addressed the ongoing controversy over the office of the PDP National Secretary. He cited the example of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, who contested for governor while still serving as the state party chairman, only appointing a successor after winning the election.

“All politicians are selfish to a degree—we seize opportunities,” he said. “Kefas didn’t resign. He only named a successor after becoming governor.”

Also speaking at the meeting, former Governor Samuel Ortom echoed Wike’s concerns, acknowledging the mistakes the party has made in recent years.

“The PDP made a lot of errors, and we are where we are today because of those missteps,” Ortom said. “It’s time to seek divine guidance and return to the principles of due process, respect for the Constitution, and the rule of law.”

Both Wike and Ortom called for a sincere effort by stakeholders to restore credibility to the PDP and reposition it as a strong opposition party capable of holding the ruling party accountable.

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