Politics
‘Don’t contest 2027 presidential election’ – PDP group advise Atiku
The Concerned PDP League (CPDPL), a pressure group within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a plea to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, urging him not to vie for the presidency again in 2027. The group’s advice was conveyed in a communiqué released on Sunday in Abuja and signed by its National Secretary, Alhaji Tasiu Muhammed, and acting National Director of Publicity and Strategic Communication, Gbenga Adedamola.
Additionally, CPDPL cautioned the chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, against harboring presidential ambitions until 2031, to prevent a recurrence of the party’s setbacks in 2015 and 2023.
The group underscored that aspirants from the North should recognize that the South has eight years before the power rotation returns to the North in 2031, emphasizing the need for political stability in the country.
CPDPL also advised the PDP to be mindful of the factors that contributed to its failure in the 2023 general election and urged the party to address those issues as it prepares for the 2027 general election. The group highlighted the challenges faced in 2023, attributing the party’s loss in the presidential election to non-compliance with the party’s constitution of 2017, as amended, and leadership failures.
Former House of Representatives member, Hon. Sylvester Ogbaga, has officially stepped down from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ogbaga, who represented the Abakiliki/lsu federal constituency of Ebonyi State from 1999 to 2023, made this announcement through a resignation letter dated April 24, 2024. The letter was addressed to the Chairman of the PDP Anmegu Enyigba ward and was also sent to the local government area (LGA) and state chairmen of the party.
In his resignation letter, Ogbaga stated, “I am writing to officially inform you of my resignation from the PDP. After careful evaluation and consideration of the current political climate within the party, I have decided to take a step back. Since 1998, I have remained a steadfast member of the PDP, contributing significantly to its growth with unwavering dedication and support.”
He emphasized that his decision to resign was personal and expressed gratitude for the leadership and support he received within the party. Ogbaga concluded his letter by wishing the PDP well in its future endeavors.
The Forum of All Progressives Congress State Chairmen has expressed full support for the party’s national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, by passing a vote of confidence in him.
A delegation comprising 37 state party chairmen asserted that there was an attempted coup to oust Ganduje from his position as APC National Chairman, but it was unsuccessful.
This declaration was made during a solidarity visit to the party’s secretariat in Abuja, where they reaffirmed their loyalty to Ganduje.
The acting chairman of the forum and Lagos APC chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, stated that they stand firmly behind Ganduje and are prepared to defend him against any external threats.
“We want to assure you that you remain the leader of our party. The individuals who announced your removal were not recognized members of the party to begin with. We will not allow you to face the same embarrassment as former chairmen of the party.”
“What they attempted was akin to a coup, but their efforts have been thwarted. Our presence here signifies our unwavering support for you at all times,” he emphasized.
Following the inability of the Southeast governors to conduct Local Government elections in their respective States, the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) has threatened a legal action against them if the situation remains the same in the next 60 days.
National Vice Chairman of the party, Southeast zone,Chilos Godsent disclosed this in a communiqué he released to newsmen after the 2024 annual zonal retreat of the party held at Awka, Anambra State.
ADC also requested the governors to “reconstitute fund and mandate the respective State Independent Electoral Commission to publish the timetable for Local Government Council Election in their respective states.
Godsent argued that the non existence of Democratic Local Government system violates Section 7 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. (Daily Sun)
CREDIT: News Express
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