The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its National Convention holding in Ibadan, Oyo State expelled some of its chieftains believed to be working against its progress and unity.
The party voted to expel the prominent figures, including former Rivers State governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike; former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose; and Senator Samuel Anyanwu, among others.
In all, the party officially expelled 11 members.
Elder statesman and former military governor, Chief Bode George, moved the motion for the expulsion of the listed members, citing what he described as anti party activities inconsistent with the party’s collective interest.
Chairman of the party from Bauchi State seconded the motion as the Party leaders said the decision marked a new phase in the PDP’s effort to rebuild ahead of future national contests.
The national convention, which is currently holding at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba Stadium, Mokola, Ibadan, witnessed leaders and delegates of the party from across the country.
Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Muhammed, put the vote for adoption of the expulsion of the listed persons forward and it was unanimously accepted after which Wike and others were pronounced officially expelled from the party.
As of the time of writing this report, activities to elect principals of the party were ongoing at the Ibadan venue.
In a reaction to his expulsion from the party, Wike, through his media aide, Lere Olayinka said, “They went Ibadan to start dirty December in November
“When people decide to start their own dirty December in November, one can’t but ignore whatever comes out of their mouths.
“They gathered in Ibadan to do social party, enjoyed themselves and got intoxicated, they are free to say anything.”
