The Worst Is Yet to Come for PDP, Saraki Predicts Ahead of 2027
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Reconciliation Committee, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has warned that more defections may hit the party in the coming months, even as internal efforts continue to reposition it ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking on Friday during an appearance on Prime Time, a current affairs programme on Arise TV, the former Senate President acknowledged ongoing tensions within the party—particularly surrounding the unresolved tussle over the position of National Secretary.
“We haven’t seen the worst of the defections yet,” Saraki said. “We might see one or two more governors leave, and perhaps a few senators as well. It’s a possibility, and we must be prepared.”
Despite the challenges, Saraki insisted that the timing of the internal crises presents an opportunity rather than a setback. According to him, dealing with the situation now gives the party a chance to regroup well before the next election cycle gathers momentum.
“For some of us, this happening now is actually a blessing in disguise. Imagine if this was happening in late 2026—we wouldn’t have the time to recover or restrategize,” he noted.
Saraki, a former governor of Kwara State, emphasized that while PDP may appear embattled at the national level, its structures remain resilient at the grassroots and in many states across the country.
He expressed optimism that the party is already laying a strong foundation for 2027, asserting that the challenge at hand goes beyond party politics—it’s about national direction and democratic stability.
“The road to 2027 is not just about saving PDP; it’s about ensuring Nigeria has a viable and credible opposition,” he said.
