The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Saturday expelled high-profile members, including Federal Capital Minister Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Governor Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu, and several others for anti-party activities.
The decision was “promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates,” highlighting the party’s “commitment to restoring unity, discipline, and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections.”
This was revealed in an official statement released by @OfficialPDPNig across its social media handles, which read, “In a landmark move to restore unity, discipline, and focus ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 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, “The decision, which was promptly ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates, underscores the party’s commitment to eradicating internal divisions and anti-party conduct that have plagued its progress.”
According to other reports, party chieftain Chief Olabode George, a former national vice-chairman of the party (south), submitted the resolution for expulsion, which was seconded by Samaila Buga, Bauchi PDP chairman.
Bala Mohammed, Bauchi governor and chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, called for a voice vote.
At the time of filing this report, none of the expelled members have commented on the decision of the party at the National Convention.
