Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has taken a swipe at politicians defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party, describing their exit as driven by anger rather than thoughtful political strategy.
Speaking at a consultative gathering of PDP founding fathers and key stakeholders in Abuja, Saraki argued that while the party is facing internal challenges, leaving it out of frustration does not offer any real solution.
Saraki stressed that political decisions must be grounded in vision and long-term planning, not reactionary emotions. He recalled his own past experience of leaving the party in anger, noting that such actions rarely yield meaningful change.
“A lot of people are leaving this party in anger, but anger doesn’t solve leadership problems,” he said. “If anyone must leave, it should be based on clear ideology, not sentiments.”
He pointed out that other political parties are also grappling with their own crises and questioned what exactly they offer Nigerians that the PDP cannot. According to him, those writing off the PDP are ignoring the strong presence it still holds at the grassroots and state levels.
Saraki reaffirmed his commitment to the party, declaring that defecting is not an option for him. He urged other loyal members to rise above internal disagreements and stand firm for the future of the party.
“This party has built Nigeria before. It can do it again. We had unity, growth and progress under the PDP,” he said.
He warned that history would be unkind to those who allow the party to collapse under their watch, adding that every loyal member has a responsibility to fight for its revival.
Saraki called for fairness, dialogue and collective resolve to rebuild the party, insisting that the PDP remains the most viable platform to secure Nigeria’s development.
