A prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has leveled serious accusations against Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, alleging his involvement in manipulating the selection of governorship candidates for both the PDP and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State.
George, speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show, described the situation as deeply troubling and unprecedented. He warned that such actions could lead to significant instability within the party and the broader political landscape if not swiftly addressed.
He expressed dismay over the ongoing internal crisis within the PDP, highlighting that despite court directives and party protocols, certain individuals, particularly those aligned with Wike, have consistently refused to comply. George noted that the Court of Appeal in Ibadan had ordered a meeting to resolve internal conflicts, but the Wike faction failed to attend.
The matter escalated to the Supreme Court, which upheld the suspension of three National Working Committee members. George questioned why the affected parties would not accept the highest court’s ruling, asserting that no one, regardless of status, is above the law.
In his remarks, George called Wike an ‘agent provocateur’ and a ‘political undertaker,’ accusing him of undermining democratic processes. He stated, ‘A man who claims to be a member of our party has handpicked a candidate for the APC and is also selecting a candidate for the PDP in Rivers. I’ve never witnessed anything like this.’
George urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene and caution Wike, warning that failure to do so could lead to a crisis reminiscent of the 1962 Western Region turmoil. He emphasized that while the beginning of a crisis is predictable, its outcome often is not.