Southwest PDP Endorses Makinde, Urges Unity Ahead of Elections
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Reported Facts
Observable data points shared across all narratives
- •The Southwest PDP officially endorsed Governor Seyi Makinde on April 20, 2026.
- •A faction of the Southwest PDP denied supporting Makinde and backed former Governor Fayose on the same date.
- •The Southwest PDP called for unity among its members to strengthen the party's position.
- •The PDP nationally praised Makinde for supporting multi-party democracy.
- •The Ibadan confab was disowned by the Southwest PDP faction that supports Fayose.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Southwest PDP faction supporting Fayose gains more influence the PDP could face internal fragmentation in the region, weakening its electoral prospects and reducing Makinde's authority.
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AFRICA
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Primary Sources (4)
AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)S’West PDP faction denies support for Makinde, says Fayose’s condemnation falseAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)PDP S’West disowns Ibadan confab, backs FayoseAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)S’West PDP reaffirms total support for Makinde, calls for unityAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)PDP hails Makinde for supporting multi-party democracy