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Adeleke Faults Tinubu Government Over Alleged Seizure Of Osun Local Government Funds

JUST IN: Governor Adeleke Resigns From PDP Amid Party Crisis

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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has stepped away from the Peoples Democratic Party, drawing a clear line under the platform that carried him through his years as senator and later as governor. He made the move public in a late-night post on his X account, where he shared a resignation letter dated November 4 and directed to the PDP chairman of Ward 2 in Sagba Abogunde, Ede North. The letter had already been received at the ward level. Adeleke linked his departure to the internal turmoil within the party’s national leadership, stating that the lingering crisis forced his decision. His letter included the words: “Due to the current crisis of the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), I hereby resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party with immediate effect.” He also acknowledged the role the PDP played in his political rise, noting that it provided the platform that saw him elected as senator for Osun West from 2017 to 2019 and later as governor. He added: “I thank the Peoples Democratic Party for the opportunity given to me for my election as Senator and as Governor of Osun State under the PDP.” The governor did not disclose his next political move, leaving open speculation about the party he may align with after leaving the PDP.

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Olisa Metuh Says Tinubu Repeatedly Tried To Persuade Him To Join APC

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Former PDP National Spokesman Olisa Metuh has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu repeatedly reached out to him, urging him to leave the PDP and join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Metuh made the revelation on Sunday during a thanksgiving service in Abuja celebrating his 60th birthday, where he also hinted at a potential return to active politics three years after resigning from the PDP. He recounted feeling abandoned by the PDP during his legal battles, despite years of loyalty to the party. In contrast, members of the APC, including Tinubu—then an opposition leader—offered support. “When I had problems, I did not see my party; I did not see the people I suffered for. I was in the court with my family. But in the midst of that, somebody whom I criticised so much… President Tinubu sent the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, to come and see me. He reached out to me, comforted me, and did a lot of things for me then, and this was someone who was my political enemy,” Metuh said. He added, “It is really not where you sow that you will reap, it is where God said you will reap. I wish PDP well. I gave my life to PDP. But I have moved on, and I wish them well.” Metuh told journalists that he had declined several invitations from Tinubu to join the APC, including after the 2015 election and after leaving politics in 2022. He said his renewed political engagement is aimed at helping the federal government deliver democratic dividends. “Now that I’m in politics, I want to help. Maybe I could be a good voice to ensure that the polity is good. I want to assist the president to deliver the goods, the dividends of democracy. I have seen the steps, I have seen the challenges, and as a patriotic Nigerian, I want to join hands in resolving those challenges,” he said. Metuh also praised other prominent political figures, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and David Mark, while emphasizing that his focus is on national development rather than partisan rivalry.

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Wike’s PDP Faction Heads to Court to Void Ibadan Convention

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory has taken fresh legal action, asking the Federal High Court in Abuja to invalidate the national convention held in Ibadan by the camp aligned with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. In the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/250/2025, the plaintiffs — the PDP, Acting National Chairman Mohammed Abdulrahman, and National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu — are urging the court to declare the November 15–16 Ibadan convention “null, void and of no effect.” They also want the Independent National Electoral Commission barred from recognising any decisions or officers produced by the exercise. This latest lawsuit follows a series of earlier challenges by aggrieved members who argued that proceeding with the convention violated the PDP constitution, the Electoral Act, and several court rulings. Among those who had previously gone to court were Imo PDP Chairman Austin Nwachukwu, Abia PDP Chairman Amah Abraham Nnanna, and South-South PDP Secretary Turnah Alabh George. Ahead of the event, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court restrained INEC from recognising the convention, while Justice Peter Lifu ruled that the exercise could not hold until former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido — who was barred from purchasing a nomination form — was allowed to participate. However, the Makinde-led faction secured a counter-order from Justice A. L. Akintola of the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan, permitting the convention to go ahead. Despite the conflicting judicial positions, the Ibadan convention proceeded under tight security. During the event, Anyanwu, Wike, former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose, and eight others were expelled from the party. In the new suit dated November 21, the plaintiffs listed 18 defendants, including INEC, the Inspector-General of Police, the FCT Commissioner of Police, the State Security Service, and several PDP officials. They argue the convention was held “in flagrant disregard” of three existing Federal High Court orders and are seeking to stop the recognition of the newly elected officers, regain control of party offices at Wadata Plaza and Legacy House, and compel security agencies to enforce previous judgments. They also want the court to determine whether any authority can legally acknowledge the Ibadan convention given the Constitution, the Electoral Act, and the PDP constitution. The matter is yet to be assigned to a judge, and no date has been fixed for hearing.

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Atiku Dumps PDP, Officially Joins ADC

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the coalition-backed party he is expected to align with ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku made the announcement on Monday through his X handle, posting a photo of himself holding his ADC membership card with the brief caption, “It’s official.” His move follows his July resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which had been mired in a prolonged internal crisis.

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Wike Blasts Turaki for Calling on Trump, Warns Against Threats to Nigeria’s Democracy

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Nigerian politician Nyesom Wike has condemned PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki for publicly appealing to former U.S. President Donald Trump to “save” Nigeria’s democracy, describing the move as reckless and a threat to national security. Speaking to journalists, Wike questioned why Turaki would call on a foreign leader when his own party struggles to comply with court rulings. He also slammed Turaki’s claims that the government is committing a “genocide against Christians,” calling the statement misleading and dangerous. “You come out on national television to say it is not only killing — genocide against Christians. Essentially, you are telling the world that the government is committing genocide,” Wike said. “If we invite someone with facts, nobody complains. But if it is Wike, they cry foul. This is a threat to national security.” Wike stressed that political disputes within parties should be handled internally, not through inflammatory statements to the public or foreign powers. He added that Nigeria’s democracy is resilient and that the real danger comes from politicians who exaggerate internal conflicts for personal or factional gain. “He is calling Trump to come and save their democracy when they cannot even obey a simple court judgment,” Wike said, warning against unnecessary foreign involvement. His remarks highlight ongoing tensions within the PDP and serve as a caution against using external actors to influence domestic political matters.

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Police Seal PDP National Secretariat After Factional Clash, Turaki-Led Group Vows To Enter Office

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Police have cordoned off the national secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja following a clash between two rival factions on Tuesday. A visit to Wadata Plaza on Wednesday revealed that barbed wire had been placed around the premises to prevent entry, with only a few police officers stationed on the ground. Leaders of both factions were notably absent. A prominent member of the faction led by Kabiru Turaki opposed the police barricade, insisting that the group would still access their offices. “No one can stop us from coming to our office,” he said, underscoring the ongoing tension within the party.

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Wike-Backed PDP Faction Expels Makinde, Bala Mohammed, Dauda Lawal And Bode George

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu has intensified the party’s internal conflict by announcing the expulsion of several top members, including Governors Seyi Makinde, Bala Mohammed and Dauda Lawal, as well as elder statesman Bode George. The group also listed PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara, newly inaugurated National Chairman Tanimu Turaki (SAN), Deputy National Chairman (South) Taofeek Arapaja and others among those removed. In the same move, they dissolved the party structures in Bauchi, Oyo, Zamfara, Yobe, Lagos, Edo and Ekiti, ordering fresh caretaker committees and new congresses in all affected states. These actions come in the wake of last weekend’s chaotic national convention in Ibadan, which itself resulted in Wike and his loyalists being expelled by the opposing bloc—further widening the party’s bitter divide. Reading the communiqué, Senator Anyanwu said NEC had reviewed a report accusing several leaders of violating Articles 58(1) and 59(1) through acts considered harmful to the party, including open disobedience to court orders and engaging in activities that undermine the PDP’s image. A long list of members was placed under disciplinary investigation, including Wabara, George, Turaki, Makinde, Bala Mohammed, Dauda Lawal, Arapaja, Udom Emmanuel, Mohammed Kadade and others. The faction also demanded that Chief Ali Odefa refund every salary and allowance he received after his expulsion in December 2024. They confirmed several acting NWC positions and approved the Edo State executive led by Barr. Nosa Ogieva-Okunbor. In a broader directive, the group instructed the party’s legal department to begin constitutional processes aimed at retrieving seats from all elected officials who defected from the PDP, citing the provisions of the 1999 Constitution. They concluded by announcing a major reconciliation drive and a comprehensive membership audit ahead of the 2027 elections—while stressing that any peace efforts must not compromise internal discipline.

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Northern PDP Leaders Endorse Tanimu Turaki as Consensus National Chairman Candidate

PDP Postpones NWC Meeting After Violence At Abuja Secretariat

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) postponed its National Working Committee (NWC) meeting on Tuesday following unrest outside its national secretariat in Wuse, Abuja. PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki told journalists that the decision was taken due to disruptions caused by opponents of the party leadership. “Due to some incidents caused by those who are enemies of progress, enemies of democracy, we have decided to postpone this meeting till tomorrow,” he said. Turaki, who spoke alongside Governors Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, stressed the party’s commitment to peace and orderly conduct. The postponement comes amid tensions between Turaki’s faction and supporters of the Nyesom Wike-led bloc. Turaki emerged as PDP National Chairman at a disputed convention on Saturday, which was boycotted by the Wike faction. Both factions had scheduled executive meetings at the secretariat on Tuesday, leading to confrontations. Supporters of the Wike-led faction, mostly women and youth groups, took to the streets around Wadata Plaza carrying placards with messages such as “No to Turaki” and “Turaki must go.” The Wike-backed faction reportedly gained access to the secretariat by 9:45 a.m., led by sacked Acting National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, and accompanied by heavily armed police personnel. Turaki explained that he had informed the FCT Commissioner of Police about the planned NWC meeting and requested security, which was provided, allowing party leaders to enter the secretariat. “However, due to some incidents caused by those who are enemies of progress and democracy, we have decided to postpone this meeting till tomorrow,” Turaki said, thanking party leaders, former governors, lawmakers, and members of the Board of Trustees for their support. He added, “We in PDP are peace-loving people. We want peace to reign because we want to take over governance in this country. And if we want to take over governance, then we need to have one country in place.” The NWC meeting is now rescheduled for Wednesday, with the party reiterating its commitment to unity and orderly conduct.

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