A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Okechukwu Osohua, has condemned the issuance of “certificates of expulsion” by a faction within the party, describing the action as baseless, unlawful, and alien to the PDP’s internal regulations.
During an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, Osohua criticized the faction’s move, questioning the legal foundation for such a document. He argued that political actions, especially disciplinary measures, must be backed by established rules and procedures, none of which—according to him—recognize the idea of issuing an official expulsion certificate.
Expressing disbelief, he remarked that he had never encountered such a practice throughout his years in politics. Osohua further emphasized the absurdity of the situation by asking whether party members were ever issued “certificates of entrance” upon joining the PDP—suggesting that if such documents were never given, there is no basis for issuing a certificate upon expulsion.
“A certificate of expulsion is completely strange to me. This is the first time I’m hearing of it,” he said. “
Turning to the controversial National Convention purportedly held on November 15 and 16—during which prominent figures such as Nyesom Wike, Ayo Fayose, and several others were reportedly expelled—Osohua dismissed the event altogether. He argued that the gathering lacked legitimacy and did not meet the legal requirements of a proper national convention.
In a sharp rebuke, he characterized the gathering as an informal meeting of associates rather than a legally constituted party event.
“To me, that meeting was simply a have a lawful convention,” he said.
Osohua’s remarks highlight growing internal tensions within the PDP, where rival factions continue to trade accusations over authority, legitimacy, and adherence to the party’s constitution. His comments add to the mounting debate over the recent actions taken by different blocs within the opposition party, raising further questions about unity and due process in the PDP’s internal affairs.
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