Wike Is a Disaster, I Won’t Attend PDP Meetings Until He Is Expelled – Sule Lamido Blows Hot
In a dramatic political twist that has further deepened the crisis within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has announced his total boycott of all PDP meetings. His reason? The continued presence of Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and other figures he described as “impostors” in the party.
Lamido, who is one of the founding members of the PDP and a respected elder statesman within the party, made headlines on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, when he failed to attend the PDP’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. The NEC is the party’s highest decision-making body and typically includes former presidents, sitting and former governors, national party leaders, and major stakeholders. Lamido’s absence was a loud statement — and he later confirmed it was no coincidence.
Why Sule Lamido Is Boycotting the PDP: “Wike is a Disaster”
Speaking to journalists shortly after the NEC meeting, Sule Lamido did not hold back. He openly accused Nyesom Wike of not only betraying the PDP but also actively working to destroy it from within. According to Lamido:
“Wike is a disaster. He is a product of the PDP, made relevant by the party, nurtured and celebrated by the party. But today, he turns around to destroy it.”
Lamido’s scathing remarks reflect the depth of his frustration. Wike, a former governor of Rivers State and once a major financier and loyalist within the PDP, has had a rocky relationship with the party since the build-up to the 2023 general elections. His fallout with the party leadership began after Atiku Abubakar emerged as the PDP’s presidential flagbearer, a decision Wike and some of his allies strongly opposed.
Despite this internal crisis, Wike remained within the party — yet has frequently aligned himself with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Most controversially, he accepted a ministerial appointment from President Bola Tinubu, the APC leader who defeated the PDP at the 2023 presidential polls. For many within the PDP, this was seen as a betrayal of the highest order.
“I Cannot Sit With Impostors” – Lamido Demands Expulsion of Wike and Others
Lamido did not stop at calling Wike a disaster. He went further to say he will no longer share any platform with individuals he believes are destroying the PDP from the inside. In his own words:
“I cannot sit in the same meeting with impostors. Until the party removes these people, I will not attend PDP meetings. I am still a loyal member, but I won’t dignify this rot.”
This quote underlines a growing trend of senior PDP members voicing their concerns about the integrity and unity of the party. Lamido’s refusal to attend any party meeting while Wike and others remain active participants is a powerful move — and one that raises serious questions about the direction the PDP is heading.
Sealing of PDP Headquarters: A Symbolic Attack?
One of the most controversial incidents leading up to Lamido’s outrage was the recent sealing of the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) — the same institution Wike now leads as Minister. The act was widely seen as an abuse of power, especially considering Wike’s complicated ties with the party.
Lamido was unequivocal in linking the incident to Wike’s influence and described the move as a disgrace:
“To seal the PDP secretariat, an institution that gave you life, is un-African, un-Nigerian, and a total abuse of power.”
This statement underscores the symbolic weight of the event. The PDP Secretariat is more than a building; it is the heart of the opposition party’s operations, and its closure represented a direct blow to its functioning and morale. That such a move came under Wike’s FCTA leadership has only deepened suspicions about his true loyalty.
The Failure of Party Leadership: “What is the NWC Afraid Of?”
Lamido didn’t just direct his criticism at Wike. He also lashed out at the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC) for what he sees as a failure to enforce discipline and uphold the party’s values. He questioned why Wike and other disloyal members have not been expelled from the party despite their open defiance and actions that hurt the PDP.
In his own words:
“What exactly is the NWC afraid of? Why hasn’t Wike been expelled? Why is Samuel Ortom still on the board of trustees after publicly endorsing Tinubu? These are fundamental breaches. If this party is to survive, it must cleanse itself.”
By calling out former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom, who was part of the G-5 Governors alongside Wike, Lamido made it clear that he believes the rot runs deep. The NWC’s inaction, according to him, is enabling these breaches and slowly killing the party from within.
Irony and Politics: Lamido Commends Tinubu’s Action Against Wike’s Department
In an interesting twist, Sule Lamido praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leader of the ruling APC, for issuing a 14-day ultimatum to FCT ground rent defaulters — a directive that implicitly rebukes Wike’s lax enforcement of housing policies in the capital.
Lamido used this moment to highlight the irony of Wike’s position, saying:
“Ironically, the man Wike is trying to impress was the one who called him to order. That tells you everything. Even Tinubu is beginning to see that Wike is unreliable, without tradition and pedigree. And I assure you, he will soon abandon him too.”
This is a powerful political statement. Lamido is essentially suggesting that Wike has lost credibility even with the very people he appears to be trying to please. His implication is clear: Wike has no stable political home and lacks the ideological foundation to be trusted — by either PDP or APC.
The Bigger Picture: A Warning Against One-Party Rule in Nigeria
Beyond the internal drama in the PDP, Lamido also issued a broader warning about the threat of a one-party system in Nigeria. He described it as “state-sponsored sabotage”, blaming not just external forces but also internal betrayal for the weakening of the PDP as the main opposition party.
This concern is valid, especially in a democracy where a strong opposition is critical for checks and balances. Lamido warned that the ongoing crisis, if not addressed, could lead to a political landscape dominated by the APC, with little or no resistance — a dangerous precedent for Nigeria’s democratic future.
Conclusion: PDP at a Crossroads – Reform or Ruin?
Sule Lamido’s boycott and fiery statements are more than just political noise; they reflect the existential crisis the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) currently faces. Once the dominant political force in Nigeria, the PDP is now plagued by internal divisions, ideological confusion, and power struggles.
Lamido’s decision to stay away from all party activities until individuals like Nyesom Wike are removed sends a clear signal to the party’s leadership: Reform is not optional; it is a matter of survival.
Whether or not the PDP can resolve these internal conflicts and restore unity remains to be seen. But one thing is certain — as long as voices like Sule Lamido continue to speak out, the push for accountability and renewal within Nigeria’s oldest political party will not go away.
