The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed disappointment over the resignation of Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to reports, Diri’s resignation was tendered on October 15.

At the time of his resignation, Governor Diri was serving as the chairman of the PDP zoning committee for the party’s elective national convention, scheduled to take place on November 15 and 16. Speaking to the media in Abuja on Friday, Minister Wike described the situation as “very embarrassing,” particularly given Diri’s role in the party.

Diri’s decision to leave the PDP has sparked interest, given his prominent position within the party. As chairman of the zoning committee, he played a key role in the party’s internal decision-making processes. Minister Wike acknowledged that he was not entirely surprised by the development, suggesting that he had anticipated some level of uncertainty.

The resignation of Governor Diri from the PDP has significant implications for the party’s upcoming national convention. With the event scheduled to take place in just a few weeks, the party will need to adjust its plans and potentially reconstitute its committees. The development is also likely to have implications for the party’s internal dynamics and its preparations for future elections.

In the context of Nigeria’s political landscape, the resignation of a high-profile figure like Governor Diri is noteworthy. The PDP is one of the country’s major political parties, and its internal developments are closely watched by political analysts and observers. As the party moves forward with its national convention, it will be important to monitor how it responds to this development and how it affects the party’s overall strategy.

The resignation of Governor Diri from the PDP is a significant development in Nigerian politics, and its implications will be closely watched in the coming weeks and months. With the national convention approaching, the party will need to navigate this challenge and ensure that it is well-positioned for future elections.