Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has indicated that he may reconsider his membership in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) if the party fails to resolve the internal disputes currently affecting its leadership and unity.
Lamido shared his concerns during a media interview in Kaduna with the BBC Hausa Service, where he addressed the persistent tensions within the opposition party and their possible consequences.
According to the veteran politician, the PDP is facing serious internal challenges that threaten its stability and long-term political relevance. He warned that continued divisions could discourage committed members who have supported the party for many years.
Lamido suggested that the situation appears to involve deliberate actions by certain political actors who may be working to weaken the party from within.
He explained that if the ongoing crisis remains unresolved, he may be compelled to consider alternative political paths.
During the interview, Lamido emphasized that his loyalty to the PDP has always been rooted in its earlier identity as a platform that united Nigerians across different regions and political interests.
However, he expressed concern that the party’s current internal struggles are damaging that legacy.
The former governor cautioned that the persistent factional disputes are gradually eroding confidence among loyal party members.
He added that such divisions could weaken the PDP’s ability to compete effectively in future elections if urgent reforms are not implemented.
In a separate engagement with party leaders and supporters in Jigawa State, Lamido elaborated further on the situation within the party.
The meeting brought together PDP representatives from the state’s 27 local government areas, where discussions focused on the direction of the party and preparations for upcoming political contests.
During the gathering, Lamido advised party members in the state to remain vigilant and open to possible political collaborations if the national leadership fails to restore unity.
He suggested that alliances with other political movements might become necessary in order to mount a credible challenge against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Lamido also provided an update on the ongoing power struggle involving the PDP’s National Working Committee.
The leadership crisis, he explained, has created uncertainty within the party’s national structure.
According to him, the tension surrounding the dispute has even resulted in security personnel being deployed to the party’s national secretariat.
Despite the challenges at the national level, Lamido assured his supporters that the PDP structure within Jigawa State remains organized and functional.
He said the state chapter of the party is prepared to act once clearer directions emerge from the national leadership.
Lamido, who served as Jigawa State governor between 2007 and 2015, remains one of the PDP’s long-standing political figures and continues to influence political discussions within the party.
Commentary and Analysis
Sule Lamido’s remarks highlight the deepening tensions within the PDP as the party struggles to maintain cohesion following recent political disagreements among its leaders.
Internal conflicts within opposition parties often create uncertainty about leadership direction and electoral strategy, particularly when elections approach.
Lamido’s warning about potentially exploring other political options underscores the frustration felt by some senior members who believe the party’s disputes must be resolved quickly.
His suggestion that political alliances could become necessary also reflects a broader trend in Nigerian politics, where parties frequently form strategic partnerships ahead of major elections.
If the PDP fails to address its internal divisions in time, the possibility of defections and realignments could significantly reshape the opposition landscape before the 2027 general elections.
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