How We Will Address Wike’s Withdrawal From PDP Peace Process – Saraki

Bukola Saraki has addressed Nyesom Wike’s decision to exit the PDP reconciliation process, describing it not as a setback but as a reminder to intensify peace efforts.

Bukola Saraki has described the decision of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike to pull out of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) peace process as an opportunity to intensify the peace building process in the party.

GWG.ng reports that the peace process took a new turn after Wike, announced that he was pulling out of all previous peace agreements initiated by the Bukola Saraki aimed at resolving the internal conflict within the PDP. He also accused Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, of contributing to the division within the party.

In a statement made on Sunday, May 25, Wike stated that he would “fight on until justice is attained,” signaling a tough stance on the party’s internal disagreements.

Reacting to Wike’s declaration, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, who leads the PDP Reconciliation Committee, acknowledged the development but insisted it was not a major blow to peace efforts.

“Wike’s pulling out of the arrangement is not really a setback as you inferred. It’s just an indication that we still need to do more work and intensify more efforts,” Saraki said in a statement through his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu.

Saraki emphasized that mediators must remain neutral and careful in their public remarks to avoid creating further misunderstandings. He added, “A mediator cannot be seen reacting to every issue arising in conflicts otherwise in the process of speaking, he may say something that the various parties may misinterpret.”

He also pointed out that Wike still acknowledged his role in the committee in his statement, suggesting that the door remains open for further dialogue.

Saraki went on to warn that allowing the PDP to fall apart could push Nigeria into a one-party system, which he believes would be dangerous for democracy.

“The alternative to PDP is one-party state. The PDP goes beyond party. That is the only legacy party that is remaining. Out of the three parties with which we started this democracy, AD is gone, APP is gone,” he said. “So, this is the only legacy party. Allowing it to die will be a major setback for democracy.”

In a recent visit to Enugu State, Saraki met with key PDP figures including Governor Peter Mbah, Senator Seriake Dickson, and Ibrahim Dankwambo. He said the meeting was part of broader efforts to find lasting solutions to the crisis within the party.

According to Saraki, the discussions were focused on ensuring peace and unity within the PDP as the country approaches the 2027 elections. He expressed optimism that with continued engagement, the party could overcome its current challenges.

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