Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde claims that the PDP’s reputation will not be impacted by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s departure. The PDP has deviated from its original principles, according to Abubakar, who resigned from the party on July 14.
Makinde stated that Atiku’s departure would not impair the PDP’s momentum or structure during his remarks on Wednesday at the 10th coronation anniversary colloquium of Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade, the Deji of Akure.
The governor stated that the PDP would benefit from the resignation of those who are holding it back.
“Politics is a game of interest. I don’t think his exit will make any dent on PDP as a party,” Makinde stated. ““PDP is an institution. We have freedom of entrance and exit. Anyone who holds PDP down, it is better for such an individual to quit.”
Rumors that Makinde is thinking about running for president in 2027 are becoming more widespread. In order to further his goal of becoming president, Abubakar has joined the opposition group.
Makinde stated that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is not a threat to the PDP in response to opposition lawmakers’ embrace of the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
“I don’t see ADC as a threat to PDP. The goal is about the same. He remarked, “If you are not happy about the tempo and pace of governance, you are free to associate and see what can be done.” “But one thing we must all realise is that players will come and go, governors will come and go, presidents will come and go, but our state and country will remain.”
Traditional institutions are still essential for good governance, conflict resolution, and community development, according to Makinde.
“Too often, traditional institutions are misunderstood. Some imagine frail old men who have outlived their relevance” he said. “Others view them as mere instruments of political endorsement. That mindset must change”
“Long before Nigeria’s formal administrative systems took root, traditional rulers dispensed justice, upheld values, coordinated local security, and kept communities united.
“Reforming legal frameworks to provide clarity on the roles, rights, and recognition of traditional councils and strengthening our security architecture to formalise community policing strategies rooted in traditional structures.”
“Nation-building that ignores them does so at its peril,” Makinde said, adding that traditional institutions continue to be the guardians of grassroots. “No wonder politicians continue to seek their blessings and validation,” he continued.
