The Kaduna State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has firmly defended the outcome and resolutions of its recent national convention held in Ibadan, stating that the decisions made are final and binding on all its members.
Constitutional Authority Upheld
This strong support from the Kaduna PDP comes as a direct response to claims from some expelled party officials who insist their mandate remains valid until December 9. The party has dismissed this position, labeling it a clear misinterpretation of the PDP constitution.
Addressing journalists in Kaduna after the first State Executive Council meeting held post-convention, the State Chairman, Chief Edward Percy, provided detailed clarity. He explained that the convention acted within its constitutional rights by dissolving the former leadership and inaugurating a new National Working Committee under the leadership of His Excellency Kabir Turaki.
Percy stressed that the national convention is the party's supreme decision-making body, and no other organ possesses the authority to override its resolutions. He maintained that those challenging their removal are doing so from a place of ignorance regarding the party's established laws.
PDP: The Political Bride of Nigeria
The Chairman reframed the ongoing leadership dispute, suggesting it is evidence of the PDP's growing relevance and appeal in the national political arena. He likened the intense interest in the party to the appeal of a dignified woman, stating that the PDP remains the political bride in Nigeria.
According to Percy, this heightened attention stems from the party's renewed credibility and the robustness of its internal democratic processes. He accused certain political actors of actively trying to weaken the PDP to pave the way for a dominant one-party system in Nigeria, but he insisted that such efforts would fail. He expressed confidence that Nigerians would never allow the country to drift into a one-party arrangement.
A Blessing in Disguise
When commenting on recent member defections, Chairman Percy acknowledged that the departure of any member is regrettable. However, he emphasized a silver lining, noting that the situation has opened up opportunities for younger and more vibrant individuals to step into leadership roles within the party.
He described the development as a blessing in disguise, revealing that the spaces left are now being filled by emerging talents who are performing creditably at various levels. This, he assured, has ensured that the party's grassroots support remains strong and resilient.
In conclusion, the chairman reaffirmed the Kaduna PDP's readiness to consolidate the gains achieved at the convention and to strengthen its structures in preparation for future political engagements. He urged all members to remain steadfast and to continue working diligently towards restoring the party's influence both within the state and at the national level, asserting that the PDP is well-positioned to reclaim its significant place in Nigeria's democratic landscape.
