Dino Melaye accuses three ex‑PDP leaders of selling party to Tinubu

Dino Melaye accused three former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) officials—ex‑acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, former National Secretary Samuel Anyawu, and former Organising Secretary Umar Bature—of selling the party to President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC). He made the claim during an interview on the Kaa Truths podcast, saying the trio worked to hand over the PDP to Tinubu before FCT Minister Nyesom Wike organised what he called the party’s 'final funeral'.

These allegations expose a deepening rift inside Nigeria’s principal opposition party as the 2027 general election cycle approaches. If true, the claimed betrayal could weaken PDP’s organisational structure, erode trust among its supporters, and diminish its ability to mount a credible challenge to the ruling APC. The timing—coming after weeks of internal wrangling and recent Osun election controversies—suggests the party’s internal struggles are spilling into public accusations that may influence voter perceptions of both the opposition and the incumbent.

For citizens assessing political options, the incident raises questions about the reliability of party loyalties and the impact of elite defections on democratic competition. As the story develops, watch for any official PDP response, possible disciplinary measures against the named officials, or investigations by party organs. Consider whether such internal conflicts affect your confidence in the PDP as a viable alternative, and whether you might seek other avenues—such as civil society groups or emerging parties—for effective accountability and representation ahead of the 2027 polls.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/15/dino-melaye-names-politicians-who-sold-pdp-to-tinubu/