A prominent member of the All Progressives Congress, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has commended the Peoples Democratic Party for its efforts to revitalize the organization. The PDP recently took steps to expel several high-profile members, including former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, citing anti-party activities. Eze views this move as a significant development, potentially hindering President Bola Tinubu’s alleged plans to establish a one-party state.

The APC chieftain praised the PDP’s National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, for his role in repositioning the party. Eze urged Turaki to collaborate with the African Democratic Congress leadership to counter the ruling party’s dominance. He warned that Wike’s actions pose a threat to Nigeria’s democratic system and advised prominent PDP figures, such as Dr. Bukola Saraki and Sule Lamido, to reject Wike’s influence.

Eze, a founding member of the PDP, congratulated the party on the successful conduct of its national convention in Ibadan. Despite attempts by Wike and his allies to disrupt the event, the convention proceeded as planned, resulting in the expulsion of several members. Eze expressed support for this decision, viewing it as a necessary step to sanitize the party’s ranks ahead of the 2027 elections.

The PDP’s national convention has been seen as a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape. The party’s ability to overcome internal challenges and hold a successful convention has been hailed as a positive step towards a more robust opposition. Eze believes that the resurgence of the PDP has dealt a blow to the APC’s alleged plans to establish a one-party state, and he has urged Nigerians to appreciate the current PDP leadership for their efforts to defy these plans.

The success of the PDP’s national convention has significant implications for Nigeria’s political future. As the country approaches the 2027 elections, a strong and unified opposition will be crucial in ensuring a democratic and representative government. The PDP’s ability to overcome its internal challenges and present a united front will be essential in providing a viable alternative to the ruling APC. With the party’s newfound momentum, Nigerians can expect a more competitive and engaging political landscape in the years to come.