2027: PDP, APC CLASH OVER MAKINDE’S HISTORICAL REFERENCE
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By: Balogun Ibrahim
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has defended comments made by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, in which he referenced the historical “Operation Wetie” crisis, insisting the remarks were a warning against political excesses rather than an incitement to violence ahead of the 2027 elections.
In a statement released on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the PDP accused the Federal Government and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of misrepresenting Makinde’s comments made at the Opposition Political Parties National Summit in Ibadan.
The party explained that the governor’s reference to history was meant as a cautionary message to political actors and institutions about the dangers of poor governance, repression, and unchecked political behaviour, arguing that only those with “guilty intent” would interpret it as a threat.
Makinde, who hosted the summit attended by several opposition figures, had drawn parallels with the violent political unrest in Nigeria’s Western Region, sparking backlash from the APC, which described his remarks as a veiled threat.
However, the PDP maintained that his comments were intended to highlight the consequences of governance failures and growing public frustration, which could lead to instability if ignored.
The party further alleged that the APC itself was contributing to rising political tension, claiming that current developments mirrored past crises and warning that similar conditions could produce similar outcomes if not addressed.
It also accused the ruling party of authoritarian tendencies, stating that it could not condemn potential consequences while ignoring actions it claimed were fueling political discontent.
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The PDP referenced past political rhetoric from the APC during its time in opposition, arguing that it had previously made statements that encouraged unrest, and therefore lacked moral authority to criticise Makinde.
The party also warned against what it described as attempts to weaken opposition voices, insisting it would continue to pursue lawful political engagement while holding key institutions responsible for safeguarding democracy and ensuring peaceful elections.
Meanwhile, the APC in Oyo State dismissed the opposition summit as ineffective, with its spokesperson, Olawale Sadare, describing participants as incapable of posing any serious political challenge.
Sadare also cautioned Makinde over his remarks, stressing that the 2027 general elections would not be disrupted by violence.
The Ibadan summit, which brought together opposition leaders from various parties, focused on strategies to challenge the ruling APC in 2027, further heightening political tensions between both sides.
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