Political Turmoil: Fayose Declares Himself PDP Chairman, Suspends Atiku, Wike, and Key Figures

In a dramatic move, Isaac Fayose has self-declared as the PDP National Chairman, announcing the suspension of top party members, including Atiku, Wike, and his own brother, Ayo Fayose

Isaac Fayose declares himself PDP Chairman in a shocking announcement, sending waves of controversy through Nigeria’s political landscape. The brother of former Ekiti State governor, Ayo Fayose, made this declaration, sparking a political storm within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

In his bold statement, Isaac Fayose not only declared himself the new National Chairman of the PDP but also announced the suspension of prominent party members, including former vice president Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, and even his brother Ayo Fayose. Seyi Makinde and other influential figures from the party’s G5 faction were also affected by the sweeping suspensions.

Fayose claimed that his decision was necessary due to the ongoing internal crisis within the party, stating, “It’s official, now I’m the new national Chairman of the PDP.” The suspensions, according to Fayose, are aimed at restoring order in a party that has been plagued by division for months. He emphasized that those unhappy with his actions are welcome to challenge the decision in court.

PDP Leadership in Crisis

Isaac Fayose declares himself PDP Chairman as tensions within the party continue to escalate. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been facing internal struggles, with factions forming over leadership disputes. The declaration by Isaac Fayose is just the latest episode in a series of power struggles. He suspended the current acting National Chairman, Mr. Damagum, and instructed security personnel at the PDP Secretariat to enforce the change in leadership.

He further added, “If you’re not happy, we don’t want you to come to the secretariat to make trouble. You can go to court.” This brazen move is seen as an effort to seize control amid a growing power vacuum within the PDP.

Suspensions Targeting Top PDP Leaders

In addition to announcing himself as the party leader, Isaac Fayose declares himself PDP Chairman and went further to suspend key figures within the PDP. Those on the receiving end of this action include Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, who Fayose claims is causing division in the party, stating that “Atiku’s ambition is giving us a headache.” Other suspended members include former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, and his brother Ayo Fayose, along with Seyi Makinde and several others from the G5 group.

This dramatic move has not only deepened the crisis but also widened the rift between different factions of the party, leaving many to wonder about the future of the PDP.

Legal Implications and Court Rulings

Isaac Fayose’s declaration comes on the heels of a Federal High Court ruling in Abuja, which restrained any group within the PDP from removing Mr. Damagum from his position as the acting National Chairman. The court ruled that Damagum should remain in office until the party’s national convention scheduled for December next year. The court’s decision highlights the complexity of the ongoing leadership tussle within the PDP, with various factions vying for control.

Despite this ruling, Isaac Fayose’s move to declare himself PDP Chairman and suspend top party members suggests that the legal battles within the party are far from over. His statement encouraging those aggrieved by his decision to “go to court” only underscores the potential for further litigation and continued turmoil within the PDP.

What’s Next for the PDP?

The internal crisis deepens as Isaac Fayose declares himself PDP Chairman, signaling a potential shift in the party’s leadership structure. With the suspension of major figures like Atiku, Wike, and Makinde, the future direction of the PDP remains uncertain. As both factions of the party prepare for a legal showdown, the party’s ability to unify ahead of future elections may be in jeopardy.

In the coming weeks, eyes will be on the courts and party leadership as they navigate these turbulent waters. Whether Isaac Fayose’s bold declaration will hold or be overturned remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—Nigeria’s political landscape is in for more drama as this saga unfolds.