The South West chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has praised Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for his pivotal role in the successful organisation of the party’s 2025 national convention held in Ibadan.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the PDP’s zonal publicity secretary, Chief Sanya Atofarati, said the convention’s outcome not only stabilised the party but also prevented what he described as a looming collapse orchestrated by internal and external forces.
Atofarati likened Makinde to the “Biblical Moses,” crediting him with rescuing the opposition party from politicians he said were bent on seizing control and weakening its structure.
He noted that the smooth conduct of the convention had revived public confidence in the PDP, which he claimed Nigerians now view as a more credible democratic alternative compared to what he described as the ruling APC’s “divide-and-rule politics.”
“Governor Seyi Makinde has once again demonstrated exemplary leadership and must be commended for saving the party from total collapse,” the statement read. “His collaboration with other committed leaders has given the PDP a fresh start.”
Atofarati accused the Tinubu-led administration of attempting to fuel the PDP’s internal crisis due to what he said was its growing unpopularity.
He expressed optimism that with a new National Executive Committee in place, the party could now refocus and mobilise ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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He added that the PDP is confident the APC’s political grip will begin to weaken, starting with the Ekiti and Osun governorship elections scheduled for 2026.
The statement also applauded PDP governors for their united stance and extended appreciation to the government and people of Oyo State for ensuring a peaceful and well-organised convention.
The party expressed strong belief in the newly elected NEC members, affirming faith in their ability to uphold discipline, unity, and the core values of the PDP.