PDP Chieftain Ulasi Threatens Exit Over Wike's Role

A prominent chieftain of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party, Dan Ulasi, has warned that he may leave the party unless its leadership addresses what he described as fundamental contradictions in its structure, particularly the role of Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike. Ulasi, a key figure in the PDP faction aligned with Wike, made the remarks during an appearance on Arise Television's Morning Show on Thursday, highlighting tensions as the opposition party prepares for the 2027 general elections.

Ulasi, who has long supported Wike, expressed frustration over the minister's position as the party's national leader while publicly backing President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. Wike, a PDP member, serves in the administration of Tinubu, who leads the rival All Progressives Congress. "You cannot be the national leader of PDP and then be supporting President Tinubu," Ulasi said, recounting a recent conversation with Wike. He questioned how such dual allegiances would function during campaigns, noting that the PDP has not yet held primaries or named a presidential candidate. Ulasi added that he plans to raise these issues at the next party meeting and could depart if...