A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has dismissed suggestions that the party is no longer viable, describing those holding such views as “dreamers”.
The elder statesman, who spoke on the Monday edition of Channels Television’s Politics Today in response to a question about those who believe the PDP “is dead,” said, “No way; those are dreamers. I’m telling you they are first-class dreamers.
“In political management, ownership structure, camaraderie—what we have in the PDP, they don’t have.”
The Board of Trustees member described the PDP as “the Iroko political party of Nigeria,” stating that “its roots remain deep and intact” despite recent challenges.
Reacting to the earlier police blockade at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja, George described the action as “disgraceful,” saying he was shocked to be turned back from entering party premises.
“It’s like going back to your home, and suddenly it’s surrounded by police. I thought, What in the globe is happening?” the 79-year-old statesman said.
He further stated that the events had taught PDP members vital lessons.
“These experiences are a load of lessons for party members. They’ve apologised; we saw the shenanigans. But let me reassure Nigerians: there’s no organisation in the world without a crisis.
“The most sensible thing is to come back, close the door, speak some home truths, debate, and unite—and that is what we’ve done today,” he added.
- Channels
