LAGOS — Prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has warned that the party will no longer tolerate members who violate its constitution, as the National Executive Council (NEC) prepares to take decisive action at its upcoming meeting later this month.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, the former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP said the party’s leadership is ready to restore discipline and uphold the values laid down by its founding fathers. He expressed concern over the increasing number of members pursuing personal interests at the expense of the party’s collective mission and the wellbeing of Nigerians.

“Is politics now just about personal gain? What about the impact on the people?” George asked. “Democracy is about managing a nation’s resources for the benefit of its citizens, and that is clearly missing now.”

George disclosed that during the NEC meeting scheduled for May 27, leaders would have a frank, closed-door discussion aimed at reviving the party’s core principles and weeding out disloyal members.

“Those who cannot follow the rules and regulations of the party will be shown the way out,” he declared. “The NEC has both the authority and responsibility to enforce discipline. It’s time we return to the foundation on which this party was built.”

His remarks come against the backdrop of deepening internal divisions in the PDP following the 2023 general elections. Many party members and observers have criticized the leadership for failing to sanction individuals who openly support the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) while still claiming to be part of the opposition.

Recently, former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, caused a stir by publicly pledging to work for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, while insisting he remains a member of the PDP.

The PDP’s inability to assert discipline and present a united front has drawn widespread concern about its effectiveness as Nigeria’s main opposition party.

As the NEC meeting approaches, all eyes are on the leadership to see whether it will finally take the bold steps necessary to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 elections.