There is only one PDP – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the existence of separate camps in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that there is only one PDP.

Wike stated this in Abuja on Wednesday, while interacting with journalists after inspecting some ongoing projects across the FCT.

He said that it was natural in any political setting for some individuals to feel dissatisfied, “that is not unusual”.

He said that discussions on reconciliation were ongoing with the PDP National Convention coming up on March 29 and 30.

The Minister, however, clarified that holding the convention does not necessarily preclude reconciliation, adding that discussions could continue after the convention.

“That there is convention, doesn’t mean there will be no reconciliation. Convention will go on; everything has its own time.

“Regarding whether any group has reached out, I must say that I am not aware of any separate camp. There’s only one PDP. So it would be wrong for me to say the other camp.

“I don’t know whether any other camp exists. As far as I am concerned, there is only one PDP and it will be incorrect to suggest otherwise.” Wike said.

Noting that every process has its timeline, the Minister pointed out that party primaries were scheduled to commence from April 23 to May 13, in line with the Electoral Act and the Independent Electoral Commission’s guidelines.

“This timeline leaves little room for delays,” he said.