2027 Elections: Fayose Predicts What Will Happen to PDP
- Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose predicted the PDP would place fourth in the 2027 elections, blaming internal crises and sidelined leaders
- He described the PDP as a “carcass,” citing the departure of presidential, vice-presidential candidates, senators, and governors
- Though still in PDP, Fayose said he might join APC, ADC, or Labour Party, warning that the party is bleeding and politically weakened
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Former Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has made a bold prediction about the future of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying the party is on course to finish fourth in the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme aired on Channels Television on Friday, July 25, Fayose attributed the PDP's declining influence to its internal crisis and the sidelining of prominent figures within its ranks.
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“Today, I am telling you the PDP will come fourth in the general elections. In most states, they are already compromised.
“They have eased out so many leaders. It’s good for them, but let me remind you, I was part of the G5," he declared.
Fayose PDP is now a ‘carcass’
The former Ekiti governor described the PDP as a “carcass,” pointing out that the departure of key party leaders has significantly weakened its structure and electoral chances, Vanguard reported.
“Presidential candidate has left, Vice Presidential candidate has left, senators have left, governors have left.
“There’s nothing left. I was invited to the NEC meeting, but I didn’t attend. You can’t continue to undermine leaders and expect loyalty," he lamented.
I remain loyal, but I can join APC, says Fayose
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Although Fayose insisted he still belongs to the PDP, he hinted that he might not hesitate to pitch his tent with another political party ahead of the next elections, Leadership reported.
“I remain in PDP, but I can join APC, ADC or Labour Party. Nobody should take anyone for granted,” he said.
Fayose further noted that the recent wave of defections from the PDP has left the party deeply wounded and politically vulnerable.
“The party is bleeding. What’s left are fragments,” he added.
The former governor’s comments have sparked fresh concerns over the PDP’s readiness and viability as a leading opposition party going into the 2027 elections.
Political analyst tackles Fayose over grim PDP prediction
Political analyst David Itopa has sharply criticised former Ekiti state governor Ayodele Fayose over his recent comments predicting the downfall of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 elections.
Speaking with Legit.ng on Sunday, July 27, Itopa described Fayose’s statement as “reckless and demoralising,” especially coming from a senior party figure.
“It is unfortunate that someone of Fayose’s stature would rather amplify internal weaknesses than work towards rebuilding the PDP. This kind of rhetoric only serves the interests of rival parties," Itopa said.
He added that while the PDP does face internal challenges, “declaring it a carcass” amounts to political sabotage from within.
“Fayose should be offering solutions, not public threats to jump ship. His comments are a disservice to the many loyal party members working hard across the country,” Itopa concluded.
2027 elections: APC member declares PDP 'dead'
Ahmad Abba Dangata, a former aspirant for the position of APC national youth leader, has declared the PDP as “already dead,” predicting it may lose all gubernatorial seats in the 2027 general elections.
The APC member commented on Nigeria’s main opposition party in an exclusive chat with Legit.ng.
“In my opinion, the PDP has already died. I don’t think they may have a single governor in 2027,” Dangata said.
The remark comes amid the waning influence of the PDP, especially as top chieftains of the party like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition.
The PDP currently controls a number of key states, including Oyo, Rivers, and Bauchi, but internal wrangling and defections have weakened its cohesion in recent months.
Fayose’s ex-deputy gov dumps PDP
Previously, Legit.ng reported that a former deputy governor of Ekiti state, Professor Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, had resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state.
Olusola-Eleka revealed this in a letter dated July 24, addressed to the Okeruku Ward 2 chairman in Ikere-Ekiti, Ikere Local Government Area of the state.
The ex-deputy governor hinged his decision on the party’s failure to provide a platform for credible opposition and leadership in the country.
Legit.ng's head of politics and current affairs desk, Nurudeen Lawal, contributed APC member Ahmad Abba Dangata's reaction to this report.
Source: Legit.ng
