PDP Speaks On Wike’s Defection After Meeting With APC Governors

By Doris Israel Ijeoma

The Peoples Democratic Party has expressed confidence that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike would not dump the party ahead of the 2023 general elections.

National Publicity Secretary of the party, Debo Ologunagba said this while reacting to Wike’s meeting with some governors of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State on Friday.

“I don’t speak for Governor Wike. I must put it on record. Governor Wike is a phenomenon in this country, Governor Wike is a politician of note. He is not a mean politician, he’s experienced, he’s gifted, and he’s very deep.

“He’s a man you can vouch for to speak wisely when it comes to matters of politics. He understands the issues.

“And so, we are confident because he’s been a true party man. Governor Wike has not left the PDP one minute since his membership of the PDP. That tells you the character of this individual; his dexterity, his steadfastness, his support and his passion for the party. That has never been in doubt.

“And so, when you read speculation from the press, which of course is welcome, but that may not reflect the true position.

“So, we know that Wike is a consistent man, that believes in saying what he believes in, that says it the way it is and a man who is very very passionate about the PDP.

“We believe that he is a man who is a major stakeholder in the party, which I have always described as a phenomenon.

“I mean, you recall that this individual, this governor, this outstanding governor that we call Mr Project was at one point in this party circle the only man standing. So, we know him.

“He knows better than many of us when it comes to politics and we are confident in his membership of our party and in the critical role he has to play in fulfilling the mission and the mandate of our party, which is to rescue, rebuild and re-direct our country. We do not doubt that.”