- He noted that the documentation removes all ambiguity regarding their status within the party
- Tanimu Turaki explained that the certificate enables the expelled politicians to freely register elsewhere
- Their expulsion, initially ratified at the party’s national convention in Ibadan on November 15, 2025
The Peoples Democratic Party has formally issued expulsion certificates to several high-profile members, including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, and former National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, following their earlier removal for alleged anti-party conduct.
Eko Hot Blog reports that other affected members include former National Organising Secretary Umar Bature, ex-National Legal Adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade, former lawmaker Mao Ohuabunwa, factional BOT chair Dan Orbih, Imo PDP Chairman Austine Nwachukwu, Abia PDP Chairman Amah Nnanna, and South-South Zonal Secretary Turnah George.
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Their expulsion, initially ratified at the party’s national convention in Ibadan on November 15, 2025, has now been formalised with documents confirming their exit from the PDP.
Speaking after a lengthy National Working Committee meeting in Abuja, PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki explained that the certificate enables the expelled politicians to freely register elsewhere without raising concerns about dual membership.
He noted that the documentation removes all ambiguity regarding their status within the party.
Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
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