Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has dismissed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as lacking any real political structure, describing it as a “one-man show”.
The elder statesman made the statement on Wednesday during
an appearance on Channels Television’s Morning Brief while addressing the
possibility of a third political force, such as the Social Democratic Party
(SDP), emerging ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The APC has no structure; it’s just a one-man show,” he
said.
He emphasised that any meaningful political alternative must
prioritise the people and not personal ambitions. “What should come first is
the people. Then, our attitude to manage the resources of this country for the
benefit of the people. Individualism can never solve this. Personal ambition is
a very dangerous, stupid approach to problem-solving.
“You must give in to something and must allow the freshness
in the minds of the people of this country. Governance is about them; power
should be from them.”
PDP will resolve its crisis at next NEC meeting
Speaking earlier in the interview, George also addressed the
internal crisis within the PDP. He expressed optimism that the party’s issues
would be resolved at its next National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.
His words: “This thing started like a little sore; now it’s
almost like a cancer that spreads. It began with the inordinate ambition of
individuals; it didn’t just start yesterday.”
He continued, “The PDP has a system by which we will resolve
our problem. The day we have the next NEC meeting, we’ll resolve our problem.
So many people have been interpreting the position, laws, [and] constitution of
the party to soothe themselves.”
According to him, the meeting will provide an avenue for
honest deliberation. “I believe that when we meet, we will fight, discuss and
debate. In the long run, we will come to a unanimous decision because we will
now put at the centre of discussion the process established by the founding
fathers of the party. Those who don’t like it can take a walk and join another
party.”
He added that the party is aware of those stirring trouble
and must act decisively. He warned, however, that if the PDP fails to resolve
its issues at the next NEC meeting, “that’s the end.”
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