Bode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed his disapproval of certain party leaders who are at the forefront of the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The PDP leader cautioned Atiku and other PDP members who have not renounced their affiliation with the PDP, despite being part of the ADC coalition, that they cannot serve two masters.
He accused ADC Chairman David Mark and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of being among those responsible for the turmoil that has affected the PDP.
George stated that the ADC coalition cannot establish itself as a robust opposition platform like the PDP, as he believes the coalition lacks a coherent strategy and vision.
The PDP leader remarked, “It is nothing but existential imbecility. Or sometimes what is referred to as existential docility. What is the purpose of their presence there?
“This is your father’s house. This house has nurtured you and brought you into the spotlight. You have received all your accolades and recognition from this very house. And because of a minor crisis, is it wise to abandon your roots? No, you should remain steadfast.
“If your house is leaking, do you flee? No, you are the landlord.
George pointed out that some members of the ADC Coalition were among those who instigated the crisis within the PDP.
“During our last convention, General Buhari had just completed eight years. Atiku Abubakar sought to run, but we opposed it; a northerner had just served for eight years. We had (Peter) Obi from the South. This marked the onset of the crisis.
“David Mark presided over that convention, while Iyorchia Ayu was the party chairman. Naturally, one cannot act in such a manner and expect to escape the consequences. I issued a warning against it at that time,” he stated.
On Wednesday, leaders and members of the opposition coalition convened in Abuja and declared the ADC as the platform to challenge President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 election.
