A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bode George, said that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s departure from the party was a desperate move to survive. Speaking to journalists in Lagos about the nation’s current state, George acknowledged that the internal crisis within the PDP may have prompted Adeleke’s sudden exit, but he stressed that the development remains troubling. He attributed the governor’s decision to a lack of clarity regarding the party’s leadership, which he said likely contributed to Adeleke’s desperate actions.
George also called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene and caution Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike to prevent further disruption of Nigeria’s democratic system. He pointed to a recent incident at the PDP Secretariat on 18 November, when a group previously expelled for anti‑party activities attempted to disrupt party operations. According to George, the group’s actions—allegedly encouraged by a serving federal minister—constitute an assault on democratic order and an attempt to block a duly elected leadership from taking office. He emphasized that such conduct is not only unlawful but also part of a broader pattern that threatens the future of multi‑party democracy in Nigeria.
As a member of the PDP Board of Trustees, George said anyone wishing to leave the party is free to do so, adding that the party will grow stronger when “unhealthy branches fall away.” This development comes amid ongoing internal conflicts within the PDP, raising concerns about the party’s stability and ability to function effectively. The situation underscores the need for party leaders to resolve internal disputes and uphold democratic processes, which are essential for maintaining national cohesion and stability.
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