Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lacks the structure and readiness to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 general elections.
Wike made this declaration during a live media parley held in Abuja on Friday, amid mounting efforts by opposition leaders across the country to forge a united front against the APC.
Despite growing calls for collaboration, coalition talks have remained stalled due to conflicting interests among prominent stakeholders within the opposition.
Speaking frankly during the session, Wike said:
“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.”
Describing the party’s current state as superficial and performative, the former Rivers State governor added:
“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’s comments come at a time when questions continue to swirl around the PDP’s internal cohesion and strategic direction, raising concerns over its viability as a formidable opposition in the next electoral cycle.
