The Anambra State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has rejected any planned political coalitions talks with other political parties in the country. The chapter also strongly advised its members and stakeholders to steer clear of such coalitions.
This was disclosed in a communique issued at the end of an enlarged meeting of the State Executive Committee, SEC, meeting of the party in the State
The communique was signed by the State Chairman of the party, Chidi Chidebe.
The party stated that the National Working Committee, NWC, of the PDP was not engaged in any coalition discussions with any political party. And consequently, the PDP in Anambra was not involved in any coalition talks.
The party, therefore, called on party faithful to remain focused and resolute. It urged them to remain unwavering in their support for the efforts of the national leadership, the Board of Trustees, PDP Governors’ Forum, and other stakeholders who were working to reposition the party.
The communiqué reads in part: “We strongly advice our members and stakeholders to steer clear of such activities. As they lack legitimacy, approval, or endorsement from the leadership of the party at both the state and national levels.
“As the saying goes, no man abandons his house because of weed. We continue to pray that any man or woman raised and nurtured by this party whose intention is now to destroy it shall be put to shame.”
The party expressed solidarity and respect for its leaders including Sen. Ben Ndi Obi, the Southeast Zonal Leader, Gov. Peter Mba, and the National Leadership of the party.
The PDP commended their efforts and aligned fully with their pursuit of peace, unity, and restoration of the party as ‘the true hope of the Nigerian people’.
The party warned it’s members to steer clear of any form of coalition meetings. Or political gatherings that was not approved by the party leadership. As participation in such gatherings constitutes anti-party activity.
“Any State, Local Government, or Ward officer whose name is enlisted or associated with any unauthorized coalition group will be deemed to have exited the party.
“Consequently, any office such an individual occupies shall be declared vacant with immediate effect.
“SEC remains committed to upholding party discipline, unity, and the democratic values of the PDP. We urge members to remain vigilant, loyal, and focused as we collectively work towards a rejuvenated and victorious party,” it said.
source: NAN