Reno Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, has publicly declared that he will never criticize his former boss on national television. Appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Omokri expressed his unwavering loyalty and affection for Jonathan, stating, “I have unconditional love for President Jonathan. I will not criticize and I will not give an opinion of anything he does on live television.”

Omokri further elaborated on the depth of their relationship, recounting a personal experience where Jonathan visited him in California and spent ten days with him and his family. He emphasized that such a gesture reflects the level of trust and confidence Jonathan has in him.

This declaration underscores the strong bond between Omokri and Jonathan, highlighting the personal connections that often influence political relationships and public statements.

Senator Abba Moro, representing Benue South, says that former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi could be in a position to secure the Peoples Democratic Party’s ticket for the 2027 presidential election if he decides to return to the party. Moro emphasized that Obi’s political resurgence hinges on such a move, suggesting that his current platform may not offer the same opportunity.

This statement comes amid growing whispers about Obi’s future in Nigeria’s political arena. With the PDP’s presidential ticket slated for the south in 2027, speculation has mounted that Obi’s return to the party could align with that zoning arrangement. Moro’s remarks reinforce the view that Obi’s candidacy stands a stronger chance within PDP’s structure than in his current role outside the party fold.

But not everyone sees a clear path forward for Obi, even within PDP. Some sources say his prospects remain uncertain suggesting that other figures, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, might be considered more likely beneficiaries of the party’s southern zoning strategy.

Complicating matters further, a spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress a coalition that includes Obi warned that returning to PDP could be politically risky. The warning stems from concerns about lingering influence by the ruling party over PDP’” internal affairs.

Meanwhile, party insiders say the PDP hasn’t actively reached out to Obi but remains open to welcoming him back. The party’s leadership insists they won’t go out of their way to solicit his return but the door remains ajar should he choose to walk through it.

In essence, Abba Moro’s comments underscore a political fork in the road for Obi: return to PDP and face a viable shot at the nomination, or stay the course outside and risk seeing that opportunity slip away.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has explained why it has not taken disciplinary action against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, despite persistent calls from critics within the party.

Speaking on a television programme, PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba said the party is committed to democratic principles and cannot operate like a military command structure. According to him, the PDP believes in resolving internal disputes through dialogue, fairness, and due process rather than hasty punitive measures.

“We are following through and solving our problems methodically in a democratic way,” Ologunagba stressed, adding that the PDP is not a one-man party where decisions are imposed from the top.

The statement reflects the PDP’s long-standing approach of handling internal disagreements carefully. Rather than rushing to sanction powerful figures like Wike, the party insists on formal processes, usually requiring petitions or internal resolutions before the disciplinary committee can act.

This cautious posture has angered many within the PDP. Some argue that the party’s credibility has been weakened by its reluctance to sanction Wike, who openly challenged the party during the 2023 elections. Critics claim the leadership is too timid and influenced by Wike’s loyalists within the party structure.

The matter highlights deeper fractures within the PDP. On one side are leaders pushing for discipline and accountability; on the other are those prioritising party unity and institutional procedure. Balancing both has proved difficult as the party seeks to remain a viable opposition force ahead of future elections.

By choosing restraint, the PDP signals that it values internal democracy over political expediency. Yet this same restraint continues to fuel frustration among members who believe the party must show stronger leadership if it hopes to regain power nationally.