Pat Utomi Debunks Allegations of Mega Party Formation Amidst Media Misinformation
Renowned political commentator, Pat Utomi, has vehemently denied allegations of a brewing counter mega party, expressing astonishment at the baseless nature of such reports. Utomi was critical of the media for enabling the proliferation of such misinformation and urged media editors to hold their reporters accountable for any inaccuracies.
Utomi’s words came as a rebuttal to discussions surrounding the potential amalgamation of Nigeria’s major opposition parties, including the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Daniel Bwala, a notable member of the PDP, had insinuated that if a merger doesn’t occur, the ruling All Progressives Congress’ (APC) candidate, Bola Tinubu, would likely emerge victorious in the 2027 presidential election. The media misconstrued this as a sign of an imminent party merger.
Potential Challenges of a Merger
However, Utomi highlighted that such a merger would face significant trials, particularly from the dedicated followers of Labour Party’s Peter Obi, known as ‘Obidients’, who are unlikely to endorse a political alliance with other factions. This commentary underscores the complexities involved in preserving party identities and the unique political landscape in Nigeria.
While the APC has successfully merged in the past, other attempts at forming alliances have faced hurdles since the country’s independence. The proposed formation of a new political party by Utomi and ongoing merger talks to form a formidable front against the ruling party are key indicators of the challenges, strategies, and key players involved in the political party merger.
