The latest political news in Nigeria now is that the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke has countered the claims made by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde regarding the leadership crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a press statement which his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed made available to newsmen, Adeleke explained that he had shown his stand on the matter. He pledged anew his commitment to the constitution of the party.
“I stand by the Constitution of our great party, which clearly outlines the succession procedure in case of the exit of an elected chairman,” Adeleke stated. “I also stand by the resolution of the PDP Governors’ Forum, of which I am an integral part. Our party must adhere to its Constitution at this critical time and at all times. That is the way to build a responsible political party.”
Read Also : Nigerian Newspaper Headlines – Top 10 News Stories You Should Read Today, September 20, 2024
This statement came shortly after Makinde declared his full support for Acting National Chairman Umar Ilya Damagum. During the groundbreaking ceremony for the upgrading of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, Makinde had claimed that both he and Adeleke backed Damagum’s leadership.
Makinde said: “I am 100 percent with our candidate in Edo State, Asue Ighodalo. And I am glad that our acting national chairman and members of his National Working Committee (NWC) are here. We are 100 percent in support of the Iliya Damagum-led NWC. Whatever decision you take, we will support you in repositioning our party.”
Read Also: Pregnant Woman Found In Port Harcourt A Day After She Was Reportedly Abducted In Edo
However, tensions within the PDP over its national leadership continue to grow. Some party members, including governors, have called for Damagum’s removal, pushing for the North Central region to complete the term of former chairman Iyorchia Ayu. Ayu, from Benue State, was removed in June 2023, and Damagum has since served as acting chairman.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who chairs the PDP Governors’ Forum, emphasized the need to resolve the leadership crisis, noting that Damagum’s continuation is a constitutional issue.
