The Deputy National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party, Barrister Okey Onuoha has taken a swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his long history of political party defections, describing him as a serial defector whose loyalty to the PDP is questionable.
Speaking during an interview on Arise TV from 5:17, Onuoha traced Atiku’s political trajectory from the early 1990s to the present, saying his movement across political parties reflects a lack of ideological commitment.
“This particular person you mentioned, our vice president, he first was in SDP. From SDP, he went to AC. From AC, he now joined APC. And he later came back to PDP, and from PDP now to ADC,” Onuoha stated.
His remarks come in the wake of a leaked communication suggesting Atiku’s possible alignment with the African Democratic Congress, sparking widespread speculation of another imminent defection.
The PDP legal adviser’s comments appear to reflect growing tensions within the party as it grapples with internal divisions, especially among senior figures eyeing the 2027 presidential ticket.
Onuoha insisted that while the PDP remains open and democratic, it cannot be a revolving door for politicians who use the platform only when it suits their personal ambitions.
He urged party members to remain committed to building a stable and credible opposition, warning that constant political movement undermines trust and continuity.
The controversy has added fresh uncertainty to the PDP’s strategic direction ahead of future elections, with analysts warning that continued infighting could further weaken the party’s national appeal.
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