The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is once again on the edge of a storm as its governors and loyalists of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, square off in a bruising battle for the soul of the opposition party.
Inside sources reveal that the governors’ forum has thrown its weight behind former Kano State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, describing him as a unifier who can steady the party’s shaky ship.
But Wike’s camp is digging in, pushing aggressively for former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, whom they tout as a fearless voice and a tested hand for the turbulent times ahead.
The clash has split the PDP into two power blocs, reviving old rivalries and sparking fears of a deeper implosion. Party watchers warn that if the tussle is not resolved swiftly, it could deal another blow to PDP’s dream of reclaiming power from the ruling APC in 2027.
“This is not just about offices — it’s about who controls PDP’s future,” a party insider told abcnews on Saturday night, hinting at the high stakes driving the showdown.
While the governors argue that Shekarau’s political maturity makes him the right man to heal divisions, Wike’s loyalists insist Ortom’s grit and loyalty to the party give him the edge to rally the opposition back to reckoning.
As secret meetings, late-night phone calls, and closed-door consultations continue, the question echoing through PDP circles remains the same: Will it be Shekarau or Ortom?
For now, one thing is certain — the PDP’s leadership chessboard has turned into a high-voltage political drama, and the outcome may determine whether the party rises united or crumbles under its own internal wars.
Source: abcnews
