A Nigerian senator has announced his plan to persuade a senior government official to change political parties. Allwell Onyesoh, who represents Rivers East in the Senate, wants to convince Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Onyesoh, who recently defected to the APC himself, said the PDP has failed to adequately recognize Wike’s contributions, prompting his appeal for Wike to switch allegiance.
In a video circulating on social media, Onyesoh emphasized that Wike has done significant work for the PDP, yet the party has not shown appreciation for his efforts. He asserted that he and his associates will not allow the PDP to undermine Wike’s work or frustrate his initiatives. Describing Wike as his leader, Onyesoh expressed determination to ensure that Wike is not taken advantage of by the PDP.
Onyesoh noted that he was able to realize his dream of becoming a senator with Wike’s assistance and does not want to see Wike’s work destroyed or undervalued. He also criticized the PDP, stating that the party is in disarray and lacks the ability to recover. According to him, the PDP is “lying frustrated on the ground” and shows no signs of revival in the near future.
The senator’s comments come amid significant political realignment in Nigeria, with several high‑profile defections from the PDP to the APC in recent weeks. Onyesoh’s statement highlights ongoing tensions within the PDP and the APC’s efforts to attract prominent politicians. The outcome of his attempt to persuade Wike to join the APC remains uncertain, but it could have considerable implications for Nigeria’s political landscape.
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