The Digest:
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, outlined the conditions for restoring peace within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He emphasized the importance of upholding the South-South zonal congress held in Calabar, asserting that it was legitimate and court-approved.
Key Points:
- Wike asserts that the South-South zonal congress of the PDP must be upheld as it was court-approved.
- The congress, held in Calabar, saw Chief Daniel Orbi emerge as National Vice Chairman.
- Wike questions the role of PDP governors in supporting or opposing the congress.
- He criticized the Acting National Chairman's stance during the congress.
- Wike affirmed the legitimacy of the congress, pointing to the Court's permission for its conduct.
- He made clear that any attempts to dismiss the congress would not be tolerated.
- The call for peace in PDP rests on the South-South congress being upheld.
Wike’s conditions for peace within PDP hinge on the recognition and legitimacy of the South-South congress. His firm stance against opposition from PDP governors and party leadership signifies his resolve for intra-party unity.
Sources: Vanguard, Premium Times, Channels TV
