A former Oyo State Liaison Office Director-General, Wale Ajani, has detailed the reasons behind his recent resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), delivering a stark critique of Governor Seyi Makinde’s leadership style.
AAjaniin an interview with AdamimogoFM Nigeria on Monday, unequivocally identified a “lack of internal democracy” as the core reason for his departure. He elaborated that the party platform had failed in its democratic duties, with critical decisions made by a tiny clique without broader consultation.
“We have a leader in the party and decisions were taken without consultation… you don’t have a seat in a party that you belong to,” he stated, describing a pattern of exclusion.
When pressed on whether he was referring to Governor Makinde as the source of this autocratic culture, Ajani was direct. “Well, you’re well near. I can say probably he’s operating like an emperor. Governor Seyi Makinde is operating like an emperor within the PDP,” he asserted. He provided a personal testimony to this effect, revealing that he sent the Governor a message informing him of his planned resignation and the reasons for it, but received no response, a stark contrast to their regular communication before Makinde’s re-election.
The former DG also categorically dispelled rumors of an imminent defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “Anyone saying that I’m going to the ruling party, probably the person is speaking for himself or herself… definitely not the ruling party,” he clarified.
Ajani promised to announce his new political affiliation within 48 hours, emphasizing his identity as an “unusual politician” for whom politics is not a primary livelihood.
Ajani linked his resignation directly to his political aspirations, revealing his “higher calling.” He confirmed his intention to run for the Oyo Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, an ambition he had stepped down from in the past at the Governor’s behest. This future bid now appears to be a driving force behind his search for a more democratic political platform.
He urged those still within the PDP who feel sidelined to decide if they are in politics for impact or mere livelihood. He urged them to “use a very clean water to wipe their face” to see clearly and consider their alternatives, highlighting the national-level rancor and dual caretaker committees further plaguing the party.
