The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), affiliated with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, has urged Chief Bode George to return to the party’s mainstream leadership. This appeal comes as the faction seeks to strengthen the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Hakeem Olalemi, the faction’s State Organising Secretary, made the call during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Sunday. He emphasized that George, despite recent disagreements, remains a respected figure within the PDP and is crucial for the party’s progress.
Olalemi stated that George, a former PDP deputy national chairman, is currently aligned with the Dr. Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee, which is supported by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. George has been a vocal critic of Wike since the party’s leadership crisis began.
“Chief Bode George is always welcome in the PDP. We hold him in high esteem and there is space for him within the party,” Olalemi said. “He loves the PDP and cannot leave. He will return to the mainstream to work for the party’s advancement. He is our father and a founding member—no one will question his return. We will embrace him back into the fold.”
Olalemi stressed that despite internal differences, the PDP remains a united family. He noted that George’s experience and contributions make him an invaluable asset to the party, and it is essential for him to stay within the mainstream leadership for the party’s growth.