Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is not ready for the 2027 election neither are they prepared to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming general elections.
Speaking during a live media parley in Abuja on Friday, Wike criticized the PDP for its internal divisions and lack of clear direction, which he believes will hinder the party’s ability to mount a credible challenge against the ruling APC.
Wike’s comments come amid growing reports that opposition leaders across the country are exploring the possibility of forming a coalition to unseat the APC. However, according to the FCT Minister, ongoing power struggles and conflicting ambitions among PDP leaders are stalling meaningful progress in the efforts to create a unified opposition front.
Describing the current situation within the PDP as akin to a student pretending to study, Wike argued that the party was only going through the motions without genuine commitment to the electoral process. “The PDP is not ready for the 2027 election. It is very obvious. For instance, I have an examination and I am going to class to read. Indeed, am I reading? Am I studying? You don’t need to deceive anybody that you are reading. You are only trying to read so that people will see that you have carried your bag to class,” Wike remarked.
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He further emphasized that such superficial actions would not be enough to win the trust of the electorate, stating that the PDP’s ongoing power struggles would only impede the party’s chances in the next election. “That is the situation of the PDP. So, they cannot say for sure that they are ready for 2027. Power struggle cannot help the party,” Wike concluded.
As a former governor and influential figure within the PDP, Wike’s comments have added fuel to speculation about his political alignment ahead of the 2027 elections. His criticism of the party’s leadership and strategy highlights the deepening internal rifts and the growing sense of uncertainty within the opposition party.
With the 2027 elections looming, the PDP faces increasing pressure to address its leadership challenges and unite behind a single vision if it hopes to present a credible alternative to the APC. However, Wike’s remarks suggest that the party’s road to the 2027 elections may be far from smooth.
