Some leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) in Ondo State have denied involvement in the ongoing coalition with the African Democratic Congress(ADC).
The PDP leaders in a joint statement in Akure on Tuesday described the alleged defection of some chieftains of the party and alliance talks as “political distractions and illusions with no ideological depth.”
The statement was jointly signed by Sen. Dr. Bode Olajumoke (BOT Life Member); Dr. Eddy Olafeso (BOT Member); H.E. Agboola Alfred Ajayi (2024 Governorship Candidate); and Hon. Debo Ologunagba (National Publicity Secretary).
Others are Engr. Clement Faboyede (NEC Member); Hon. Olajide Oguntodu (Minority Leader, ODHA); Pastor Ladi Omotehinse (Chairman, Forum of PDP LG Chairmen); Rt. Hon. Chief Bakkita Bello, PhD (State Caretaker Committee Chairman); and Barr. Oluseye Olujimi (Secretary, State Caretaker Committee).
The PDP leaders firmly denied any coalition or merger with any political party or movement.
“We wish to reassure our teeming supporters that the PDP remains strong, focused and unshaken in Ondo State. No part of the national or state leadership has entered any coalition discussions, contrary to speculations making the rounds,” they stated.
While acknowledging that the movement of some members had raised concerns among party faithful, the leaders emphasized that PDP’s structure in the 203 wards and 18 local government areas are intact and operational.
“Our goal remains clear; to rescue, rebuild, and reposition Nigeria and Ondo State through the ballot. Those who have been misled into believing in an imaginary coalition should retrace their steps. The PDP is not part of any merger or third force,” they stated.
While acknowledging that the political climate in Nigeria often breeds uncertainty and temptation, the party leaders urged members to remain vigilant, organized, and committed to the PDP vision.
They noted that the so-called coalitions lack ideological clarity and cannot rival the “tested and trusted” PDP structure.
“The PDP is not just a party—it is a movement. Our mobilization for the next election is fully underway. We are not relenting. We are rebuilding,” the leaders emphasized.
They also cautioned against being swayed by defections, describing them as glittering distractions that lack substance.
“Not all that glitters is gold. Loyalty to a just cause will outlast opportunistic alignments,” the PDP leaders said.
The party leaders urged members to be optimistic as preparations for the next electoral cycle continue.
