Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Nyesom Wike, has dismissed reports of a supposed alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), calling the claims “political 419” and a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. Speaking on Thursday during an inspection of road projects in Gomani-Yangoje, Kwali Area Council, Abuja, Wike directly challenged Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, accusing him of spreading false narratives ahead of the 2027 general elections. He emphasized that neither the PDP nor the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recognizes or acknowledges any formal coalition between the two parties.
Wike stated clearly that there is no PDP-APM alliance, asserting that INEC is also unaware of such an arrangement. He pointed to ongoing internal processes within the PDP, including the screening of presidential aspirants, as evidence that the party remains independent and focused on its own electoral strategy. “PDP has presented a presidential candidate and watch out who will be submitted to INEC and see whether there’s anything called PDP-APM,” he said, challenging critics to verify the claims through official channels.
The FCT Minister further accused Governor Makinde of using the APM platform to pursue his own presidential ambitions, which he described as “dead on arrival.” He noted that Makinde’s move into the APM is not a genuine political realignment but a personal political maneuver. Wike also dismissed claims that Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State had endorsed or supported the PDP-APM alliance, insisting that such narratives are purely speculative and politically motivated. “It’s unfortunate. We know that has been his game plan and we would say he cannot fly the flag of PDP,” Wike added, reinforcing his stance on the non-existence of the alleged coalition.
In another part of his remarks, Wike responded to comments attributed to the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, regarding his continued membership in the All Progressives Congress (APC). He questioned the basis for public sympathy, noting that the governor has not expressed any personal distress or requested pity. “Sorry for what? Why are you saying problem when nobody has told you he has a problem?” Wike asked, emphasizing that any internal party matters within the APC are not his responsibility to address. He maintained that such issues remain internal to the APC and should be handled within the party structure.
Wike’s statements come amid heightened political activity as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, with parties and aspirants positioning themselves strategically. His firm denial of the PDP-APM alliance underscores the party’s commitment to maintaining its autonomy and integrity in the electoral process. As the political landscape continues to evolve, Wike’s remarks are likely to influence public perception and party dynamics in the months ahead.
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