Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has dismissed speculation that he might defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a recent interview with TVC, Fayose reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, citing his allegiance to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike. “I’m a Wike person. Anywhere Wike is, that is where I am,” he said, adding that he will never join the APC.
Fayose’s commitment to the PDP remains unwavering despite his criticism of the party’s leadership in the South‑West region. His stance is notable given his involvement in Wike’s G‑5 Integrity group, which chose to support other presidential candidates during the 2023 election after the PDP failed to adopt a rotational policy for its presidential nominee. The G‑5 group—comprising Fayose, Wike, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, and former governor Ugwuanyi—backed alternative candidates. While Fayose and some members supported President Bola Tinubu of the APC, former Benue State governor Samuel Ortom backed Labour Party candidate Peter Obi.
Fayose’s loyalty to Wike and the PDP underscores the complexities of Nigerian politics, where alliances and affiliations can shift significantly. As the political landscape continues to evolve, his commitment to the PDP will be closely watched. With the 2023 election cycle now complete, attention is turning to the future of the PDP and the potential implications of Fayose’s stance on the party’s dynamics.
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