Bickering in PDP: Is Atiku to Blame?
"Party Leaders assert that Atiku Abubakar Holds the Solution for Reunifying the PDP"
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) finds itself embroiled in a crisis, and fingers are pointing squarely at former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar. Our source reports that an anonymous member of the National Working Committee (NWC) said Atiku's presidential aspirations have contributed to the party's strife.
In an interview with Punch, the NWC member shredded Atiku's role in the PDP, saying he hasn't fostered party growth and his actions have complicated matters. Allegedly, party leaders who view Atiku as having had his due in the PDP will resist his presidential bid.
The NWC member argued, "Atiku in the past led five PDP governors and deserted the party. The party didn't crumble. We recovered stronger. It appears Atiku's 2027 ambition is worsening the PDP crisis." He further criticized Atiku's statement when Governor Okowa defected, suggesting it hinted at Atiku's impending exit from the party.
Conversely, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Diran Odeyemi, holds the opinion that Atiku could quell the PDP's turmoil. He urged Atiku to publicly withdraw from the 2027 presidential race to restore unity within the party.
Odeyemi stated, "This PDP upheaval disheartens party members countrywide, particularly governors. Some have fled, and rumors swirl of more preparing to depart. Part of the solution lies in Atiku declaring his support for the PDP." He believes that by setting aside his presidential ambition, Atiku can help heal the party.
Food for Thought:
Atiku's decisions regarding his presidential bids have stirred controversy within the PDP. His focus on personal ambitions is seen as fueling internal conflicts, particularly with regards to the party's zoning arrangements. The ongoing crisis could persist or subside based on Atiku's role in the 2027 election, depending on whether he prioritizes party unity over personal goals.
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently facing a crisis, and many believe that Atiku Abubakar's presidential aspirations are the key issue.
- The NWC member argued that Atiku's history of leading PDP governors and then abandoning the party has contributed to the current crisis, making it worse.
- Diran Odeyemi suggests that Atiku could help resolve the PDP crisis by publicly withdrawing from the 2027 presidential race to support party unity.
- The ongoing PDP crisis, fueled in part by Atiku's focus on personal ambitions, may either continue or abate, depending on Atiku's role in the 2027 election and his prioritization of party unity over personal goals.
