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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party to remain resolute ahead of the 2027 general elections, dismissing concerns that the party’s dwindling number of governors could undermine its electoral chances.
Speaking at the party’s 107th National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja, Wike insisted that the absence of PDP governors in some states should not discourage aspirants.
“Those afraid that they will not win elections because they don’t have a governor… that is a lie. Remove fear from your body and have confidence,” he said.
His remarks come at a time when the PDP continues to grapple with internal divisions and defections, developments that have reshaped its political strength across several states.
Nevertheless, Wike maintained that electoral success ultimately rests on courage, strategy and grassroots support rather than mere control of state structures.
On the forthcoming party convention slated for March 29 and 30, the former Rivers State governor expressed confidence that the process would proceed without disruption.
He added that the party could witness a wave of returnees in the coming days, suggesting that ongoing reconciliation efforts were beginning to yield results.
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Even so, he cautioned that such efforts must be driven by sincerity. According to him, the party should welcome those genuinely committed to its ideals, while drawing a clear line against opportunism.
“After this NEC meeting, anyone who does not show commitment and comes after the convention, we will not accept that,” he warned.
In a pointed aside, Wike also took aim at Seyi Makinde and other PDP figures who have recently aligned with the All Progressives Congress.
He criticised what he described as political inconsistency, noting that those who once accused him of disloyalty had since taken a different path.
“They were accusing me of working for the APC. Where are they today?” he queried, underscoring his decision to remain within the PDP despite the party’s challenges.
Ultimately, Wike reaffirmed his commitment to what he described as “true reconciliation”, insisting that the party’s survival depends on unity, discipline and a clear sense of purpose as it looks ahead to 2027.
