Wike Keeps Close Eye on Oyo PDP Activities

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has stated that he is keeping a careful eye on events inside the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chapter in Oyo State, emphasizing that his worry is rooted in his dedication to the party’s survival and strength.

The comments were reportedly made by Wike on Monday during his speech at the 105th PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja.

“Let me make it clear that I am interested in this party’s existence and prosperity. All of the events in Oyo State PDP also pique my curiosity. Nothing else interests me,” he said.

In addition, Wike denied allegations that PDP members were being intimidated, especially in view of recent court rulings in favor of his party section.

“Who will intimidate us to the end?” he exclaimed. By God’s grace, some of us are blind to the threats that stand in our way. The court case has ended. Recognizing the Caretaker Committee is their only choice.

His remarks seem to be a reference to the power struggle inside the Oyo PDP after a faction loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde and Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State annulled a parallel national convention held in November 2025.

In Ibadan, Oyo State, the Federal High Court had already ruled against the Makinde-Bala group’s convention, supporting the side that formed a state Caretaker Committee.