…as PDP plans action against Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno.
The iNews Times reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to undergo a major restructuring of its South-South zonal and state structures in a bid to remove disloyal members and prevent further defections.
This development comes after a string of high-profile defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which has dealt a significant blow to the party’s image and electoral base ahead of the 2027 general elections.
A member of the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC), who spoke to newsmen on condition of anonymity, said the party is “clearly displeased” with the recent spate of defections and is ready to take firm action.
The source also revealed that the NWC had met and resolved to challenge the defections of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa in court, with the process currently ongoing.
The party plans to take action against Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, who defected last weekend, after the Sallah break.
The defections have damaged the party’s internal structure, as the exited leaders have loyalists occupying key positions at state and zonal levels.
The PDP now aims to “clean house” and ensure that only committed members remain in charge, eliminating space for political opportunists who might jump ship at the slightest discomfort.
PDP Deputy National Youth Leader Timothy Osadolor weighed in on Governor Eno’s defection, criticizing him for prioritizing political survival over public welfare.
He expressed disappointment that Eno, a cleric, seemed more focused on securing a second term than on the welfare of Nigerians.
Despite this, Osadolor remains optimistic that the defections could ultimately benefit the PDP by allowing it to heal and rebuild.
The PDP has been grappling with internal turbulence since the 2023 general elections, with no clear resolution in sight. The party has continued to lose high-profile members to the APC, including Governor Oborevwori and his predecessor, Ifeanyi Okowa, who defected on April 23, 2025. Governor Eno’s defection last weekend followed months of behind-the-scenes talks with APC leaders.
In response to the defections, Osadolor urged disloyal members to leave the party quickly, allowing loyalists to focus on rebuilding. “It’s better they leave now than linger as saboteurs,” he said.
Adding that “Those of us who truly believe in this party are ready to reposition it. All hope is not lost.”
The PDP’s planned restructuring is part of renewed efforts to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
As PDP navigates these challenges, it remains to be seen how the restructuring will impact its fortunes in the coming years.
