The chairman of the People's Democratic Party's Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara on Thursday lamented that the contentious issue surrounding the office of the National Secretary has regrettably sown seeds of discord within the party.
Recalling the events that led to the ousting of the former Chairman of the Party in person of Senator Iyorchia Ayu, said the current Acting Chairman has spent over a year in office whereas as the usual practice of the party, the region from where the national officer hails from should have produced a viable candidate to complete the tenure of the former national officer.
Senator Wabara who expressed his mind at the 77th meeting of the PDP Board of Trustees held at the NEC Hall, Wadata plaza said the ambiguity surrounding this position has led to confusion and internal strife, hindering the collective efforts to pursue their noble objectives.
"The solutions to these two challenges are clearly imbibed in our party’s constitution but deliberate litigations have made the application of these constitutional solutions impossible.
"It is incumbent upon us to resolve this matter with utmost urgency, guided by transparency, fairness, and the best interests of our party and its members.
"As we stand on the cusp of a new era, marked by the impending expiration of the Ward and LGA executive structures of our party across several states, we are presented with a pivotal opportunity to reinvigorate and reposition our party for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
"The forthcoming congresses at various levels serve as a beacon of hope, offering us a platform to reaffirm our commitment to democratic ideals, grassroots participation, and inclusive governance.
"Let us seize this moment to embrace change, foster unity, and chart a course towards a brighter and more prosperous future for our party and our nation.
"In conclusion, let us approach the deliberations of this meeting with a spirit of fellowship, mutual respect, and unwavering dedication to the ideals and principles that bind us together as members of the great People's Democratic Party (PDP).
"Together, we have the power to surmount any obstacle, overcome any challenge, and realise our collective vision of a stronger, more resilient, and more inclusive party ready to take over power at the center in 2027."