In a major political shakeup aimed at restoring unity and repositioning the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 general elections, the party has expelled several prominent figures, including Nyesom Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, Hon. Austin Nwachukwu, and others.
The action was taken during the party’s ongoing 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, marking one of the most decisive disciplinary measures in recent PDP history.
A Landmark Decision to Reclaim Party Discipline
According to reports from inside the convention ground, the expulsion move was presented by the disciplinary and reconciliation committee after months of investigations into various allegations of anti-party activities attributed to the affected individuals.
Delegates, numbering thousands from all 36 states and the FCT, overwhelmingly endorsed the committee’s recommendation. The swift ratification reflected the party’s intention to send a clear message that indiscipline, sabotage, and internal betrayal will no longer be tolerated.
Why the Expelled Members Were Targeted
According to @OfficialPDPNig on twitter, they revealed that the affected politicians were involved in actions interpreted as undermining the party’s stability, electoral prospects, and collective interests.
While the PDP has been battling internal rifts since the buildup to the 2023 polls, the leadership reportedly concluded that allowing these divisions to persist ahead of the 2027 election cycle would threaten the party’s revival efforts.
“@OfficialPDPNig National Convention Takes Decisive Action – Expels Nyesom Wike, Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade, Ayo Fayose, Austin Nwachukwu, and Others for Anti-Party Activities.”
PDP Leadership Speaks
A senior member of the National Working Committee (NWC), who addressed the convention, stated that the party must “cleanse itself of persistent sabotage” to reclaim its rightful position as Nigeria’s strongest opposition party.
He added that restoring discipline is central to the PDP’s strategy for presenting a united front that can challenge the ruling party in the coming general election.
Convention Atmosphere: Delegates Applaud the Move
Eyewitnesses reported loud applause across the venue as the names of the expelled members were read out. Many delegates described the decision as long overdue, noting that persistent internal sabotage contributed heavily to the party’s poor performance in recent elections.
Some party leaders also emphasized that the expulsion is not a personal attack but a necessary step to strengthen the party’s foundation.
What This Means for the PDP Ahead of 2027
With the 2027 elections drawing closer, political analysts say the PDP is attempting to restructure and cleanse its internal ranks to avoid the setbacks experienced in previous cycles.
By expelling some of its most influential figures, the party appears determined to enforce discipline and prevent further fragmentation.
The convention is expected to continue with deliberations on reconciliation strategies, structural reforms, and policy directions for the future.