 on Saturday wielded the big stick at its 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State){kind=link}
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday wielded the big stick at its 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, expelling Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, Senator Samuel Anyanwu and several other top figures for alleged anti-party activities.
The decision, taken during the convention and affirmed by a large majority of delegates, marked one of the strongest disciplinary actions by the opposition party in recent years.
The move was contained in an official statement issued on the party’s verified social media accounts.
It stated, “In a landmark move to restore unity, discipline, and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, has expelled high-profile members Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Governor Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu, and several others.”
The party said the action enjoyed overwhelming support from delegates drawn from all states and geo-political zones.
According to the statement, “The decision, which was promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates, underscores the party’s commitment to eradicating internal divisions and anti-party conduct that have plagued its progress.”