The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over its internal challenges, stating that Seyi Makinde, Governor of Oyo State, may emerge as the de facto leader of what it described as a “one-man” PDP Governors’ Forum.
The remarks were made by the Lagos State chapter of the APC in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, who attributed the development to ongoing defections and internal divisions within the PDP.
The PDP Governors’ Forum is a platform for governors elected on the party’s ticket to coordinate policies and political positions.
Recent political developments, including defections by some PDP governors, have led to changes in the composition of the forum and raised concerns about internal cohesion.
The APC, Nigeria’s ruling party, has in recent weeks commented on the opposition party’s internal situation, particularly in relation to leadership structure and party stability.
In the statement, Oladejo said the PDP’s internal issues had weakened its structure and reduced its capacity to function as a cohesive political platform.
“In its wake, Governor Seyi Makinde now stands on the brink of emerging as the de facto chairman of a ‘one-man PDP Governors’ Forum’,” he said.
He added that the development reflects what the APC described as a decline in the PDP’s organisational strength, citing the exit of some elected officials from the party.
“A political party that cannot keep its house in order… cannot—and should not—be entrusted with the governance of a complex nation like Nigeria,” Oladejo stated.
The APC also urged opposition parties to strengthen internal discipline and organisation, referencing its own experience while in opposition prior to winning federal power.
The statement reflects ongoing political exchanges between Nigeria’s major parties as they position ahead of future elections.
Public commentary on party cohesion and leadership structures forms part of broader competition between political platforms.
Changes in the composition of party leadership groups, such as governors’ forums, may influence coordination, decision-making and political strategy within parties.
