GEJ Sets Condition for PDP Return: “Convince Atiku First,” Says Kayode

In a revealing political analysis on Voice of the People TV, seasoned commentator Dr. Dayo Kayode dissected the tangled web of ambitions shaping Nigeria’s opposition politics, spotlighting fresh hurdles for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of future electoral battles.

Dr. Kayode reminded Nigerians of former President Goodluck Jonathan’s (GEJ) clear stance on any potential political comeback. “Don’t forget that along the line, GEJ said if anybody wants him to come to PDP, they should also go and appeal to Atiku to come to PDP. Are you also aware of that?” he noted, reigniting debates about reconciliation within the party.

The analyst further pointed out that Labour Party’s Peter Obi has firmly entrenched himself as a major player in the coalition of opposition parties rallying under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), suggesting that any political realignment will be far from straightforward.

On possible collaboration among big names, Dr. Kayode struck a cautious tone: “So you see, for them coming together, to me, it’s not a big deal. Life goes on.”

But he quickly underscored deeper cracks within the PDP itself. “Because even if you are saying the two of them are talking about coming to PDP to move this thing forward and all that, have you also forgotten that Seyi Makinde is also jostling to become the next president of the country through PDP? So these are issues.”

Dr. Kayode’s remarks lay bare the intricate mix of personal ambition, unresolved rivalries, and shifting loyalties that could determine whether the PDP regains its footing—or continues to fracture—as Nigeria heads into another heated political season.