Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has firmly dismissed speculation of defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring, “I’m not leaving the PDP,” while issuing a stark warning about the party’s looming collapse following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on June 9, 2025. Speaking after the closed-door discussion at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Fayose described the PDP as “in trouble” and likened it to a “carcass” weakened by persistent factionalism, leadership disputes, and internal crises.
The meeting with Tinubu, a long-time political ally, reignited questions about Fayose’s loyalty to the PDP, given his history of publicly supporting the president even during his tenure as a PDP governor. Addressing these concerns, Fayose emphasized that his relationship with Tinubu predates the latter’s presidency, but his primary focus remains the PDP’s survival. His candid remarks, widely circulated on social media, highlight the opposition party’s struggles as it grapples with defections and infighting ahead of future elections.
Political analysts view Fayose’s comments as both a call for urgent reform within the PDP and a strategic move to maintain relevance in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape. With the party facing challenges in unifying its ranks, Fayose’s warning underscores the need for decisive action to prevent further decline. As discussions about the PDP’s future intensify, his loyalty pledge and grim assessment have sparked renewed debate about the party’s path forward.
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