Sule Lamido urges PDP to unify under Nyesom Wike, Seyi Makinde, and Bala Mohammed to survive the 2027 elections
Former Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido has called on the Peoples Democratic Party to rally behind Nyesom Wike, Seyi Makinde, and Bala Mohammed as the party prepares for the 2027 elections.
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In an interview with Daily Trust, Lamido described the PDP as being at a critical juncture, warning that the party risks collapse without urgent measures to unify its leadership.
He criticised the controversial Ibadan convention as a “convention of convenience” hijacked by individuals disconnected from the party’s founding in 1998, many of whom have since defected to rival parties.
“Things are against us, but we have come this far,” Lamido said, stressing that the only viable leadership structure on the ground remains under Abdulrahman Muhammed.
He emphasised that with Wike, Makinde, and Bala holding the most influence, the rest of the party has little choice but to follow their lead.
“If these three come together and say let us move, we will follow,” he added.
Lamido framed his position as pragmatic rather than personal, urging party members to set aside pride and past grievances.
“Whether you like him or hate him, there’s something Wike is now controlling. It is time to embrace peace and rebuild,” he said, signalling a potential reconciliation within the party.
He proposed consolidating the PDP under a caretaker committee to bring together aggrieved factions, pave the way for a fresh convention, and elect leadership acceptable to all.
Lamido referenced early PDP icons like Alex Ekwueme and Solomon Lar as symbolic leaders who unified the party in its formative years.
On his own role, Lamido revealed he initially considered contesting for the party chairmanship but stepped back due to bitterness among party leaders.
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“It’s a family thing. Once Wike, Bala, and Makinde agree and forgive each other, the party can move forward. We will follow them for the sake of PDP and Nigeria,” he concluded.
