The Peoples Democratic Party on Saturday expelled several high-profile members, including Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose and Austin Nwachukwu, for anti-party activities.
The decision was taken at the party’s 2025 National Convention in Ibadan and was promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates.
According to the statement released on the party’s official social media handles, “In a landmark move to restore unity, discipline and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, has expelled high-profile members Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Governor Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu and several others.”
The statement added that the decision “underscores the party’s commitment to eradicating internal divisions and anti-party conduct.”
Additional reports showed that Chief Olabode George moved the motion for the expulsion, while Samaila Buga, chairman of the PDP in Bauchi, seconded it. Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi and chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, subjected the decision to a voice vote.
More details later.
