The rivalry between Atiku Abubakar and Nyesome Wike within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has escalated before the party's 98th National Executive Committee meeting.
A major issue is whether Umar Damagum, the acting National Chairman, should stay or be replaced. Calls have emerged to remove Damagum and appoint a substantive Chairman, particularly from the North Central region.
This tension arises from the suspension of the former National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, and differing opinions within the party regarding leadership.
GoodyNews reports that Gabriel Suswam and Dr. Emmanuel Agbo are vying for the position of PDP National Chairman, with Atiku backing Suswam and Wike's camp supporting Umar Damagum to complete Ayu's tenure.
Wike's group also aims for Damagum to continue as chairman and wants the North Central to nominate the National Deputy Chairman.
Atiku and Wike's rivalry intensifie
= after Atiku won the PDP presidential ticket over Wike in 2023 and chose a different running mate, causing Wike to support the APC candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Gabriel Suswam and Dr. Emmanuel Agbo are contenders for the PDP National Chairman position, with Atiku supporting Suswam and Wike backing Umar Damagum to complete Ayu's tenure.
Wike's camp also aims to keep Damagum as chairman and wants the North Central to nominate the National Deputy Chairman.
Atiku and Wike's rivalry intensified after Atiku won the PDP presidential ticket in 2023, leading Wike to support the APC candidate, Bola Tinubu.
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