The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially begun disciplinary proceedings that could lead to the expulsion of Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, over alleged anti-party activities and conduct deemed harmful to the party’s interests.
The party has constituted a disciplinary committee tasked with reviewing multiple petitions against Wike. The former Rivers State governor is being accused of working against the PDP while still claiming membership, particularly due to his public support for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.
Confirming the development during an interview with Arise News, PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary Ibrahim Abdullahi stated:
“The party has set up a committee to review petitions against Wike and others. Anyone undermining the PDP’s progress is better off outside the party.”
Abdullahi described Wike as an “albatross” to the PDP, stressing that his actions have posed ongoing challenges to party unity and public credibility.
The move comes after growing pressure from party stakeholders and affiliated groups. The Conference of Professionals in the PDP (CP-PDP) had earlier accused Wike of “demarketing” the party. Its Protem National Coordinator, Barr. Obinna Nwachukwu, declared, “Wike has crossed the red line.”
The list of allegations includes his role in the APC-led federal government, verbal attacks on the PDP’s National Working Committee, and his open endorsement of Tinubu, despite being a card-carrying PDP member.
PDP Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum acknowledged the party’s previous hesitation to act on the numerous petitions against Wike. He revealed that a reconciliation committee had received over 40 complaints, but none resulted in decisive disciplinary measures. He described the current effort as a necessary course correction.
“The party’s inability to address this issue early enough allowed it to fester,” Damagum noted.
The disciplinary committee’s report is expected in the coming weeks and will determine the next steps — including whether Wike will be expelled or face alternative sanctions.
Party elders, including Abdullahi and elder statesman Chief Edwin Clark, argue that Wike’s removal could restore internal harmony, especially following former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar’s recent defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Despite Wike’s considerable political clout in Rivers State and beyond, PDP insiders insist the party must now prioritise discipline and unity to reposition itself as a credible opposition force ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Further updates on the committee’s findings and final decisions are expected in due course.
