Nigeria: Makinde Group urges Wike allies to return to PDP

By Zuleihat Owuiye, Mamos Nigeria

The Seyi Makinde Disciples, a political support group, has urged members of a factional caretaker committee backed by Minister Nyesom Wike to return to the party’s mainstream leadership. Convener of the group, Mr Laja Adeoye, made the appeal on Thursday in Lagos, stating that the party remains open to reconciliation and is optimistic that the lingering leadership crisis will soon be resolved.

Adeoye emphasized that the National Caretaker Committee is not recognized by the law or the party’s constitution and urged members to reintegrate into the party structure. He cited a recent Court of Appeal ruling that urged all parties to accommodate one another, providing a positive signal for the party’s future.

The appeal follows a Court of Appeal ruling that nullified the November 15-16, 2025, PDP national convention held in Ibadan, which produced the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee backed by Makinde and Mohammed. The appellate court also upheld the suspension of three principal officers, including National Secretary, Sen. Samuel Nwanyanwu, linked to the faction backed by Wike.

Adeoye expressed confidence that unity among leaders, including Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed, will help rebuild the party ahead of future elections. The party aims to strengthen the opposition and mobilize Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections.