- PDP advises members in Edo
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday advised members of the party to be wary of impostors posing as genuine party members but are out to destroy the PDP in the state and the South South region.
PDP advises members in Edo to remain vigilant and committed to the core values of the party as it prepares to reclaim its stolen mandate and strengthen its position ahead of future elections.
Edo State Chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee, Tony Azeigbemi, made the remarks during a stakeholders meeting in Benin City.
Azeigbemi said the party has remained focused on reclaiming its mandate after it was stolen from Asue Ighodalo by the ruling party and would not be distracted by the scheming of enemies from both outside and within.
Also speaking, Chief Tom Ikimi, who lauded the commitment of genuine party members, said the only way forward for the country now is the survival of PDP and urged all and sundry to rally round for the main opposition party in the country.
Ikimi noted that the APC was hijacked by some forces who are not working for the interest of Nigerians, but desperately working to destroy the PDP, saying “the only way for the country is the survival of the PDP.
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“My assessment is that the APC was hijacked by some forces and converted into a structure that is not in the best interest of our nation.
“We are all witnesses of their operations so far and indeed the disaster that we are going through. That party is now a collection of people possessing only personal interests,” he stated.
Chris Nehikhare, the Publicity Secretary of the Caretaker Committee, asserted that “we have a responsibility to the young men and women across Edo State and across the nation who are looking to our party as a platform for leadership, service, and transformation.
“Some of them are preparing to contest for seats in the state House of Assembly, the National Assembly, and other key positions. We owe them a party that is viable, united, and forward-looking.
“We also owe the people of Edo State something profound: a strong and purposeful opposition. One that can speak truth to power.
“One that can hold the ruling party accountable. One that will ensure the voices of the people are not drowned out by complacency or one party dominance.”
As internal challenges persist, PDP advises members in Edo to stay united and committed, reminding them that the future of the party and the state’s political direction rests on their dedication and vigilance.
In line with its renewed vision, PDP advises members in Edo to defend the party’s values, resist sabotage, and prepare for victory in upcoming elections.
