Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that his support for President Bola Tinubu does not constitute anti-party activity, despite being a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He stressed that national interest should take precedence over party allegiance, adding that differing political views are a natural part of any democratic system.
Fayose made this known on Sunday while speaking at the PDP National Convention in Abuja.
“Nigeria is for all of us, you are first an Ekiti man before you become a political party card bearer. All the former governors are behind the current governor,” he said.
He also cited examples from international politics to support his position.
“Obama is not supporting the Democrats, the former president is not supporting Trump, have they expelled them? No, democracy will have those differences on national issues,” he stated.
Fayose further argued that support should be based on competence rather than party affiliation.
“We must not say because it’s our party member that must win when we know our party member has no capacity. Would you compare a Makinde with an Asiwaju?” He queried.