Former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose has predicted a dismal performance for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 general elections, stating that the party could finish in fourth place.
Gatekeepers News reports that Fayose made the statement during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, expressing his concerns about the party’s internal crisis and the alienation of long-standing members.
“It is my prayer that the PDP will come fourth. Today, I am telling you the PDP will come fourth in the general elections,” Fayose said, adding that the party’s internal problems have weakened its electoral strength.
He criticised the party’s leadership for what he described as “repeated acts of disrespect” and “sabotage” against loyal members like himself.
Fayose described the current state of the PDP as a shadow of its former self, saying associating with the party today is “shameful enough.”
He also took a swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, alleging that Atiku knew he would secure the PDP ticket and therefore blocked other options.
The former governor expressed support for the PDP’s decision to zone the presidency to the South, but maintained a grim outlook for the party.
When asked whether he would support Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde if he emerged as the PDP presidential candidate, Fayose said, “If Governor Makinde becomes the flag bearer, Nigerians will decide. I have no issue with that.”
Fayose’s comments come as the PDP grapples with internal crises, including the defection of several governors and lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and an unresolved leadership dispute over the position of National Secretary.
