Chief Olabode George, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has strongly criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, over their alleged anti-party activities. George has called for their immediate departure from the party, accusing them of undermining the PDP for personal gain and embarrassing the party with their open affiliations with the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement on Arise Television’s ‘The Morning Show,’ George, a former Deputy National Chairman of PDP, expressed his frustration with Atiku and Wike's actions, particularly their involvement with opposition elements while still claiming allegiance to the PDP. He emphasized that no one should use the party for personal ambitions and should leave if they no longer support its principles.
George questioned Atiku’s decision to meet with former President Muhammadu Buhari, despite being defeated by him in the 2019 elections, and Wike’s complicity in the APC’s electoral plans, particularly in the FCT. He lamented the lack of action from PDP leadership in addressing these issues, criticizing the party for tolerating such behavior.
In addition to this, George highlighted the ongoing political crisis within the PDP and urged the party leadership to take decisive action before the situation worsens. He called on other elders within the party to step in and rein in Atiku and Wike, stressing that both should be held accountable for their actions.
Addressing broader political issues, George also criticized the APC government, specifically President Bola Tinubu, for the economic challenges facing Nigerians. He suggested that the government should mandate bank Managing Directors to contribute to a special fund to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians, reflecting on the billions in profits made by banks amidst the country's economic woes. He further expressed concerns over the rising insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in states like Benue and Plateau, and urged national leaders to speak out on the government’s inability to reverse the situation.
In his conclusion, George remarked on Nigeria's role as the “Giant of Africa,” questioning whether the country truly lived up to its title in reality, considering its struggles with internal issues like insecurity and governance.
