A former media aide to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national chairman has launched a scathing attack on former Senate President Bukola Saraki, describing him as 'Wike's man' and accusing him of working to destabilize the opposition party.
Convention Controversy Escalates
The political firestorm erupted after Saraki called for the suspension of the PDP's planned national convention, citing ongoing litigation and unresolved disputes among state chapters. However, Hon. Yusuf Dingyadi, former media aide to PDP National Chairman Iliya Damagum, strongly condemned this position in an exclusive interview.
Dingyadi dismissed Saraki as a 'failed reconciler' whose one-year stint on the PDP Reconciliation Committee yielded no tangible results. 'Saraki cannot point to any meaningful outcome from his so-called reconciliation efforts,' Dingyadi stated emphatically.
Allegations of Hidden Agendas
The former aide made serious allegations about Saraki's political affiliations, claiming his interventions serve the interests of a faction aligned with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike. 'He is Wike's man. Everything he does, behind the scenes or in public statements, aligns with Wike's strategy,' Dingyadi alleged.
Dingyadi argued that there is no viable alternative to proceeding with the convention as planned, warning that any attempt to halt it would only embolden those seeking to destabilize the PDP from within. He emphasized that the convention is necessary to unify the party and provide a credible platform for aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Broader Party Crisis Exposed
The controversy extends beyond Saraki, with Dingyadi also targeting former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido. He accused Lamido of exploiting legal disputes and procedural delays for personal political advantage, thereby creating chaos within the party.
'Lamido is playing a hidden role, using legal loopholes and procedural delays to position himself advantageously,' Dingyadi claimed, suggesting that personal ambitions were threatening the party's collective agenda.
The PDP has been embroiled in internal crises for months, featuring multiple factions contesting leadership, parallel court cases, and fundamental disagreements over the timing and logistics of the national convention. Dingyadi concluded that the upcoming convention represents the party's only viable path to reconciliation and renewal, stating that suspending it would hand victory to those who thrive on internal strife.
