Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has launched a scathing critique of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), branding it as a “one-man show” with no genuine political structure.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Wednesday, George dismissed the APC’s cohesion and emphasized the need for a people-oriented political alternative ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The APC has no structure; it’s just a one-man show,” he stated.
George, who hinted at the potential emergence of a third force like the Social Democratic Party (SDP), said any credible political movement must place national welfare above personal ambition.
“What should come first is the people our attitude to managing the resources of this country for their benefit. Individualism can never solve this. Personal ambition is a very dangerous, stupid approach to problem-solving,” he warned.
Calling for a system that is people-driven, George underscored the need to “allow freshness in the minds of the people,” stressing that governance must derive legitimacy and purpose from the electorate.
Addressing the ongoing internal crisis within the PDP, George acknowledged the party’s challenges but expressed hope for resolution at the forthcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.
“This thing started like a little sore; now it’s almost like a cancer that spreads. It began with the inordinate ambition of individuals,” he lamented.
Despite the factional tensions, George maintained that the PDP still retains mechanisms for dispute resolution.
“So many people have been interpreting the position, laws, [and] constitution of the party to soothe themselves. But I believe that when we meet, we will fight, discuss, and debate. In the long run, we will come to a unanimous decision.”
However, he issued a stern warning: if the NEC fails to decisively address the internal issues, the consequences could spell the end of the party’s relevance.
“Those who don’t like it can take a walk and join another party. But if we don’t resolve our issues at the NEC meeting, that’s the end.”
