Rivers State Governor's Supporters Set Conditions for PDP Reconciliation

Strategic Insights -

The supporters of Rivers State governor, Mr. Nyesom Wike, in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have laid out an "irreducible minimum condition" for reconciliation with the party leadership. They demand the removal of PDP national chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, and the right to choose his successor. This comes ahead of a meeting between a six-man committee representing Wike's camp and the PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Wike's supporters have also urged former Senate President David Mark to speak up on the post-presidential primary election crisis, alleging that Mark was aware of Ayu's resignation letter.

Key Takeaways:

  • Wike's supporters set a condition for reconciliation, demanding the removal of PDP national chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, and the right to choose his successor.
  • They alleged that Ayu had betrayed Wike's confidence, leading to his loss in the presidential primary election.
  • Wike's supporters claimed he lost twice, once in the presidential primary election and once in the running mate position.
  • They stated that Wike has capacity and wants to be a stakeholder in the presidential campaign but would defect to another party if not recognized as a key player.
  • Former Senate President David Mark is urged to speak up on the post-presidential primary election crisis, with allegations that he was aware of Ayu's resignation letter.
  • A six-man committee will meet to discuss reconciliation between Wike's camp and the PDP leadership.

Statistics:

  • The PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, painted a gloomy picture of Nigeria, stating that the country's current statistics were grim and disappointing.
  • Atiku's policy team is working round the clock to move the country forward and create a policy framework for a promising future.
  • The country's economy under the current administration has faced challenges, with Atiku stating that his administration would be more proactive in designing social and economic policies.
  • The PDP Action 2023 group claimed that a Bola Tinubu presidency would be an attempt to give President Muhammadu Buhari a third term in office.

Sources:

  • THISDAY (source not specified)
  • Atiku Abubakar's statement (not specified)
  • PDP ACTION 2023 (not specified)
  • https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2022/12/01/supporters-demand-ayus-removal-as-condition-for-pdp-reconciliation/
  • https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/573221-group-moves-to-stop-buhari-faction-third-term-ploy-in-2023-presidential-election.html