‘You’re a political liability’, Kogi PDP tackles Dino Melaye

The Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has fired back at former Senator Dino Melaye, who recently declared the party “dead.” This was contained in a statement on Sunday by the party’s elders, led by Alhaji Ibrahim Dansofo. “Melaye’s political ambitions have crumbled to the point where he can no longer secure […]

The Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has fired back at former Senator Dino Melaye, who recently declared the party “dead.”

This was contained in a statement on Sunday by the party’s elders, led by Alhaji Ibrahim Dansofo.

“Melaye’s political ambitions have crumbled to the point where he can no longer secure even a local councilor position.

“Senator Melaye has become a burden to the party. His accusations against the current leadership are hypocritical, as he himself was granted a governorship ticket despite the party’s awareness of his inability to win even a primary election,” the statement said.

The party accused him of using his PDP affiliation merely to negotiate personal gains with the ruling party, rather than contributing to the party’s growth.

They called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Governor Ifeanyi Okowa to reevaluate their support for Melaye, urging them to distance themselves from someone they described as a “bondage” and a “big-time liability” for the party.

The Kogi PDP called on the Ijumu local executive committee to begin suspension proceedings against Melaye, stressing the need to restore the party’s integrity and focus on effective leadership.

He also urged the public to disregard Melaye’s comments, labeling them as the desperate words of a man whose political relevance has long faded.