Amid growing frustration, Nigerians have taken to social media to question the relevance of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar.
Many have expressed disappointment over the party’s internal struggles, particularly the overwhelming influence of former Rivers State governor and current minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike.
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Social media was ablaze with the statement, “PDP is dead, buried, and forgotten,” as critics voiced concerns over the party’s failure to stand up to Wike, who has been accused of wielding too much power and using his financial resources to control the party’s leadership.
Some argued that PDP’s leaders have “sold their birthright” for Wike’s money, abandoning the values that once made it a formidable force in Nigeria’s political scene.
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“Not even Atiku can wrestle Wike in PDP? What a shame,” one user wrote, reflecting the widespread disappointment with Atiku’s perceived inability to assert leadership within the party.
Many have questioned whether the former vice president still holds sway or if Wike’s dominance has effectively sidelined him.
The hashtag “Where is Atiku?” quickly trended on X formerly called Twitter, with Nigerians demanding to know why the PDP presidential candidate has remained silent amid the internal rift.
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Atiku’s absence from key political discussions and his perceived reluctance to challenge Wike has led many to doubt his strength as a leader capable of uniting the party ahead of future elections.
Wike, who recently joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) and secured a key ministerial position, has become a controversial figure.
His departure from PDP and subsequent rise in influence has deepened divisions within the opposition party, leading many to declare the PDP’s downfall.
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As Nigerians continue to debate the party’s future, one thing seems clear—many believe that without significant reforms and a strong leader, PDP’s chances of reclaiming its former glory appear increasingly slim.
