Prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain Dele Momodu has raised serious allegations against the party’s governors, suggesting they may be clandestinely supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration following their rejection of opposition coalition talks.
The accusation comes hours after PDP governors, following a crucial meeting in Ibadan on Monday, firmly closed the door on potential mergers or alliances with other opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
During a heated appearance on Arise Television’s prime time program, Momodu, the influential publisher of Ovation Magazine, delivered a scathing assessment of the governors’ stance: “When our governors say no to coalition talks, they’re essentially doing Tinubu’s bidding. No single opposition leader – not Atiku, not Obi, not Kwankwaso – can defeat the APC alone in 2027.”
The media mogul drew parallels to the APC’s successful 2015 strategy, urging opposition parties to replicate the same united front that ousted the PDP a decade ago. “The only way to pay APC back in their own coin is through a grand coalition that brings together fragments from all parties, including disaffected APC members,” Momodu asserted.
His comments highlight growing tensions within opposition ranks as the next election cycle approaches. The PDP chieftain issued a stark warning to potential defectors: “Any governor or legislator considering jumping ship should know they might end up at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean politically.”
Momodu’s outburst reflects deepening frustration among opposition figures who view unity as the only viable path to challenging the ruling party’s dominance. The governors’ rejection of coalition talks has sparked internal debates about loyalty and strategy within Nigeria’s opposition circles.
Political analysts suggest this development could mark a critical juncture for Nigeria’s opposition movement, with potential ramifications for the balance of power as the country moves closer to the next general elections. The coming weeks may reveal whether Momodu’s controversial remarks will spur reconciliation or further division among opposition forces.
