A former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has said Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, faces possible expulsion from the Peoples Democratic Party amid the party’s deepening internal crisis.
Fayose made the remarks at the PDP’s 2026 National Convention, where he aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, describing the gathering as a turning point for the opposition party.
According to Fayose, the convention signals a fresh beginning for the PDP after prolonged internal disputes, but warned that members perceived to be working against the party’s unity would not be accommodated.
“This convention is a new beginning for the party after the long battle. After this, the door is open to members who are sincere, but not for those undermining the party,” he said.
The former governor accused Makinde of engaging in contradictory actions, alleging that the Oyo governor had continued political negotiations within the party while simultaneously pursuing legal action at the Supreme Court.
“With one hand, he wants to negotiate, and with another hand, he went to the Supreme Court. We will not wait for him,” Fayose said.
He further claimed that Makinde was already under suspension and could face expulsion following the convention.
“He is already in suspension, and after this convention, he will be expelled. With the current developments, he is also likely to lose his political hold in Oyo State,” he added.
Fayose reaffirmed his support for Wike, whom he described as a leading figure in the party, commending his role in what he termed efforts to reposition the PDP.
“This party has leadership, and our national leader is Nyesom Wike. We are celebrating him and thanking God for his life,” he said.
The crisis within the PDP has intensified in recent weeks following the recognition of a faction of the party’s National Working Committee by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
The development has further deepened divisions within the party, which is currently split into rival factions.
One faction, reportedly loyal to Makinde and led by Kabiru Turaki, had approached the Supreme Court to restrain the Wike-backed group from conducting the convention.
