Nyesom Wike Affirms PDP Membership Amidst Expulsion Reports by Faction Led by Kabiru Turaki
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), confirms his allegiance to the People's Democratic Party (PDP) amidst rumors of his expulsion by a faction headed by Kabiru Turaki. The faction reportedly expelled 11 senior party members, including Wike and other prominent figures like Ayodele Fayose and Samuel Anyanwu.
Wike dismissed the expulsion, emphasizing his commitment to collaborating with party members to strengthen the PDP as a credible opposition force. He expressed the need for unity within the party to maintain relevance ahead of the 2023 elections.
The incident highlights internal rifts within the PDP.
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