The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Reconciliation Committee and former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has cautioned that more defections from the party are likely in the coming months.
Speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Friday, Saraki noted that although recent high-profile exits have shaken the party, the situation may not have reached its peak.
Saraki revealed that the party might still witness the defection of one or two governors and several senators.
He advised PDP members and stakeholders to brace for this possibility as the party continues efforts to reposition itself ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Despite acknowledging the internal crisis, Saraki described the timing as fortunate, explaining that the early onset of the turmoil gives the PDP a rare opportunity to recover and regroup before election season gains momentum.
“We have just under two years to the election, and we are lucky to have that. I think, with a lot of commitment and understanding, it is not a lost cause,” Saraki said.
Saraki expressed optimism about the PDP’s strength at the grassroots level, stating that the party remains deeply rooted in many local and state structures.
He emphasized that many supporters outside the capital are largely unaffected by national-level turmoil and remain committed to the party’s cause.
Looking ahead, Saraki stressed the need for a meaningful reform process within the PDP.
He argued that the party must use its next convention to introduce new leadership, particularly younger voices who reflect the future of the party.
He warned that a weakened PDP could pave the way for a one-party system in Nigeria [a scenario he described as a threat to the country’s democracy].
