ADVERTISEMENT

Manipulation of delegates list by PDP hierarchy is over – Chairman

Sheriff said that the manipulation of delegates’ lists compiled from ward congresses amounted to the subversion of the wishes of the people.

 Ali Modu Sheriff

Sheriff said this in a communique read at the end of a stakeholders meeting organised for members of the party from Anambra in Enugu on Monday.

He said that the manipulation of delegates’ lists compiled from ward congresses amounted to the subversion of the wishes of the people.

The national chairman said that members of the PDP in Anambra had rightfully accused the national leadership of the party of instigating the crisis in the state.

ADVERTISEMENT

“They said that the national secretariat had been the problem having been variously accused of substituting names of delegates that emanate from ward congresses.

“I agree that the national headquarters has been the problem. Henceforth, only genuine delegates that emanated from the ward congress will be accepted by the national headquarters,” he said.

Sheriff said that the party would no longer interfere with the delegates’ lists which were used in the election of candidates of the party in general elections.

“Anything done by the people will not be changed by anybody again and the list you bring to us is what we shall use to nominate our candidates,” he said.

He said that the party had had several misfortunes in Anambra, adding that efforts had been put in place to ameliorate them.

ADVERTISEMENT

He said it was gratifying that members of the party in the state had finally resolved to work together.

“Having observed the misfortune of the party in the state we have moved to set up a reconciliation process to bring the warring factions under one roof.

“The reconciliation committee will be announced as soon as I get back to Abuja and I will start operating your suggestions,” he said.

He said that the PDP must win the forthcoming governorship election in Anambra.

“We will put our house in order. We shall win Anambra come November this year,” Sheriff said.

ADVERTISEMENT

Earlier in a plenary, Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu expressed happiness that the party faithful in Anambra had finally agreed to work together.

Ugwuanyi, who was represented by his deputy, Mrs Cecilia Ezeilo, said that the number of the party members that attended the meeting showed interest in the party was still high.

“We should sheath our swords, come together and take our rightful positions,” Ugwuanyi said.

Speaking, Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi said: “This number here gives me hope.

“We have always cried that each time there is election in Anambra  the victorious party climbs on the back of the PDP,” he said.

ADVERTISEMENT

Umahi, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Kelechi Igwe, said that the PDP in Anambra would still come alive.

“The umbrella has not torn. Under Sheriff the party will grow stronger. The chairman has shown that he does not discriminate,” Umahi said.

JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:

Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng

Recommended articles

Obama, Clinton support Biden at NYC fundraiser amid protests

Obama, Clinton support Biden at NYC fundraiser amid protests

Tinubu’s refusal to celebrate 72nd birthday marks great leadership - Rahman

Tinubu’s refusal to celebrate 72nd birthday marks great leadership - Rahman

Adamawa Police reaffirms ban on motorcycles in Yola

Adamawa Police reaffirms ban on motorcycles in Yola

You make bold decisions & live with consequences - Ondo Gov hails Tinubu at 72

You make bold decisions & live with consequences - Ondo Gov hails Tinubu at 72

170 electrical vandalism cases in 2 years, 100 charged to court - EEDC

170 electrical vandalism cases in 2 years, 100 charged to court - EEDC

Tinubu appoints Bello as chairman of code of conduct bureau

Tinubu appoints Bello as chairman of code of conduct bureau

Don't curse, condemn Nigeria in your sermons - Tinubu tells clerics

Don't curse, condemn Nigeria in your sermons - Tinubu tells clerics

Lagos postpones eagerly anticipated Easter boat regatta indefinitely

Lagos postpones eagerly anticipated Easter boat regatta indefinitely

Third Mainland Bridge reopens in 1 week, formal ceremony later - Minister

Third Mainland Bridge reopens in 1 week, formal ceremony later - Minister

Pulse Sports

Nigeria vs Mali: Has Finidi George done enough to land Super Eagles job permanently?

Nigeria vs Mali: Has Finidi George done enough to land Super Eagles job permanently?

I want to emulate Keshi and win the AFCON - Finidi George shares ambitious Super Eagles dream

I want to emulate Keshi and win the AFCON - Finidi George shares ambitious Super Eagles dream

Michelle Alozie: I had to do it because of African referees

Michelle Alozie: I had to do it because of African referees

AC Milan star reveals he was named after Super Eagles legend Tijani Babangida

AC Milan star reveals he was named after Super Eagles legend Tijani Babangida

Give him the job! Super Eagles fans beg NFF to make Finidi George permanent coach after Nigeria's win over Ghana

Give him the job! Super Eagles fans beg NFF to make Finidi George permanent coach after Nigeria's win over Ghana

Super Eagles 2-1 Black Stars: Nigerians praise Iwobi, Lookman, Finidi George after friendly victory against Ghana

Super Eagles 2-1 Black Stars: Nigerians praise Iwobi, Lookman, Finidi George after friendly victory against Ghana

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT