As the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continues to navigate internal challenges ahead of future elections, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Adolphus Wabara, has stressed the need for the party to unite and resolve ongoing discrepancies in state congresses.
Speaking today during the 78th BoT meeting at the national secretariat of the party in Abuja, he insisted that the meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) should hold October 24, 2024, to address the pressing issues within the party and strategise for the future, reports Nigerian Tribune.
“This will allow us to address pressing matters and strategise on the way forward for the PDP, especially as we gear up for future elections and prepare to strengthen our internal structures,” he said.
The BoT Chairman expressed concern over reports of irregularities during recent state congresses, where some were allegedly not conducted according to party guidelines or did not take place as scheduled.
“These discrepancies are of serious concern, and it is essential that we address them immediately,” Wabara stated.
He called on the National Working Committee (NWC) to swiftly rectify these issues and ensure that party members across the country have a fair and transparent opportunity to participate in the democratic process.
Wabara emphasised that any deviations from PDP guidelines must be corrected, and where congresses failed to hold, new dates should be set.
The BoT Chairman also highlighted the importance of internal unity and diplomacy within the PDP, noting that a “house divided cannot stand.”
He praised the reconciliation committee for its efforts in resolving disputes but cautioned that significant challenges lie ahead.
“We must recognise that the task ahead is significant,” he said, offering the BoT’s full support to the committee as it continues to promote peace and unity within the party.
Wabara referenced remarks made by Nyesom Wike, former governor of Rivers State and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, who had previously emphasised the importance of adhering to the constitution and the rule of law in resolving party disputes.
Wabara urged party members to heed this advice and cooperate fully with the reconciliation and disciplinary committees to avoid encouraging the ruling party’s dominance and a potential slide towards a one-party state.
During the meeting, Wabara also revealed that recent engagements with key PDP figures, including Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, and other leaders, had addressed concerns about the party’s unity.
He assured that the details of these discussions would be shared during an upcoming executive session.
He reminded party leaders that the future of the PDP, and by extension, Nigeria’s democracy, relies on their collective efforts to uphold unity, integrity, and hard work.
