Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde alleges FCT Minister Nyesom Wike remains in the PDP to control the party for President Tinubu's 2027 bid. Makinde explains his refusal to support Tinubu, citing party independence.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde details why he won't back Tinubu in 2027, citing PDP autonomy. He recalls his early $1m contract with Mobil, contrasting his journey with Wike's.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde urges President Tinubu to rein in FCT Minister Wike, vows not to support APC's 2027 re-election bid, and reaffirms loyalty to PDP. Full details inside.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde asserts his presidential qualifications, rules out supporting Tinubu in 2027, and prioritises PDP survival. Read the full details of his political stance.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde asserts he is 'overqualified' to lead Nigeria, citing his two-term tenure and private sector experience. He distances himself from supporting President Tinubu in 2027, focusing on PDP rebuilding. Read the full details.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde publicly distances himself from President Tinubu's 2027 bid, recounting how Nyesom Wike undermined him. The PDP rift deepens. Full story inside.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde explains his opposition to Tinubu's re-election and recalls his early $1m Mobil contract, contrasting his success with Wike's career start.
Bauchi State PDP declares Nyesom Wike's 'National Leader' title unconstitutional, rejects eviction threats by his loyalists. Get the full details on the deepening party crisis.
The Jigawa PDP chapter condemns the suspension of ex-Governor Sule Lamido from the party's BoT, calling it unjust and a threat to internal democracy. They demand immediate reversal.
INEC intervenes in PDP's deepening crisis, holding talks with rival factions led by Wike and Makinde-backed groups. The meeting aims to resolve parallel leadership threatening the party's legal standing.
The Nyesom Wike-backed PDP Caretaker Committee has dissolved 14 state executives and announced fresh congresses for January 2026. Get the full list of affected states and details.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara declares strong grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, claiming 70% of the job is complete. Read the full details.
PDP governorship hopeful Olufemi Ajadi intensifies grassroots consultations, meeting all 33 LG Vice Chairmen and Chiefs of Staff in Ibadan to seek support for his 2027 ambition. Read his continuity agenda.
Former Governor Sule Lamido warns the PDP may be forced into political alliances if internal reconciliation fails. He reveals high-level talks with Obasanjo, Saraki to save the party.
Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido hints at an alliance with an alternative party if PDP reconciliation fails. Loyalists, led by state chairman Babandi Ibrahim, seek a new political home amid national crisis.
Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido warns that the PDP must reconcile or seek alliances for 2027. He criticises defections and tribal politics. Read the full details.
The Wike-backed PDP faction plans a rival national convention. The party's BoT meets in Abuja, pledging to restore confidence and conduct pending state congresses. Key decisions expected.
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, deepening the party's crisis in 2025. Read the full story on the wave of defections shaking Nigerian politics ahead of 2027.
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, joining a wave of high-profile defections weakening Nigeria's main opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike reacts as 17 Rivers State lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, calling it unfortunate but constitutional. Get the full details and analysis of the political shift ahead of 2027.
Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.
PDP aspirant Aare Olayinka Segelu dismisses claims that Oyo State needs restoration, citing Governor Makinde's measurable achievements in infrastructure, IGR, and security ahead of 2027 polls.
The PDP crisis escalates as factions led by Nyesom Wike and Kabiru Turaki expel each other. Get the full details on the battle for the party's soul ahead of 2027.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, citing federal projects and crisis resolution. Read the full details and reactions.
PDP chieftain Olufemi Ajadi visits Alaafin of Oyo for royal blessings ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election. Get the full details of the consultation and political ambitions.
The PDP has expelled FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and ex-governor Ayodele Fayose among 11 members. However, governors from Adamawa and Plateau states have rejected the decision, warning it could further polarise the party. Read the full details.
The PDP has formalised the expulsion of Nyesom Wike, Ayodele Fayose, and others with certificates. The party says this clarifies their status for INEC and other parties ahead of 2027. Read the full details.
Factional PDP delegates proceed with Osun governorship primary despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and state chairman's cancellation. Get the latest on the party crisis.
A faction of the PDP in Osun State is conducting its governorship primary election despite Governor Ademola Adeleke's resignation from the party. The exercise is ongoing in Osogbo under tight security.
PDP delegates in Osun converged for a tense governorship primary under heavy security, proceeding despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and initial suspension claims. INEC monitored the exercise.