PDP Initiates Reconciliation Efforts Among Edo Members Ahead of Election

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has taken decisive steps to address internal discord within its Edo State chapter, appointing a high-level committee to reconcile aggrieved members ahead of the forthcoming governorship election scheduled for September 21.

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has been named as the Chairman of the 11-member committee, with Emmanuel Enoidem, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, serving as Secretary. The committee is mandated to facilitate reconciliation among all factions within the party in Edo State.

Tensions within the Edo PDP escalated following disagreements between Governor Godwin Obaseki, his Deputy Philip Shaibu, and their respective supporters over the party’s gubernatorial candidate. The emergence of two contenders, Philip Shaibu and Asue Ighodalo, further exacerbated the internal divisions within the party.

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The National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP, in line with the party’s constitution, established the reconciliation committee to address these rifts and foster unity among critical stakeholders and party members in Edo State. The committee aims to bridge gaps and ensure cohesion within the party ahead of the crucial election.

In addition to Governor Mohammed and Emmanuel Enoidem, other prominent members appointed to the committee include former Governor Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, former Governor Seriake Dickson, and former Akwa Ibom State Military Administrator Tunde Ogheha, among others.

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The PDP, through its National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba, emphasized the importance of unity and solidarity among party members in Edo State, urging stakeholders to rally behind Dr. Asuerinme Ighodalo, the party’s gubernatorial candidate, for the upcoming election.

The initiative reflects the PDP’s commitment to internal democracy and conflict resolution, underscoring its determination to present a united front and secure victory in the Edo governorship election.