PDP Crisis: ‘You’re Arrogant’, Makinde’s Aide Tackles Wike
The Special Adviser to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Federal Constituency Matters, Mr. Dare Adeleke, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of plotting to “destroy and eliminate all opposition parties” in a bid to make the All Progressives Congress the sole political party in Nigeria.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Wike recently blamed Governor Makinde for frustrating reconciliation efforts and portrayed him as the architect of the PDP’s internal challenges.
Adeleke described Wike’s persistent attacks on the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party as “undemocratic and arrogant”.
He alleged that the former Rivers State Governor’s actions are part of a broader scheme to secure President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
Condemning Wike’s recent comments, Makinde’s aide said Wike had taken a troubling turn, marked by dishonesty and a growing trust deficit among key PDP stakeholders.
“I strongly condemn Governor Nyesom Wike’s undemocratic and arrogant remarks,” Adeleke said.
“As former governor of Rivers State and now Minister of the FCT, he appears to have turned governance into a personal enterprise. I believe President Bola Tinubu should call him to order.”
“How can someone, over personal grievances, seek to destroy political parties? If Wike wanted APC to be the only party in Nigeria, he would have achieved that by now,” he added.
Adeleke further accused Wike of “speaking from both sides of his mouth” by blaming Governor Makinde for frustrating reconciliation efforts and portraying him as the architect of the PDP’s internal challenges.
He also alleged that Wike’s recent moves — including attempts to lock up the PDP national secretariat — were aimed at preventing the party from convening its crucial National Executive Committee meeting.
“He behaves as if governance in this country revolves solely around him. We thank Governor Seyi Makinde, who has remained resolute and committed to the truth. Wike’s statements are riddled with contradictions,” Adeleke said.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
