The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors have reiterated their dedication to repositioning the party and restoring hope to Nigerians.
The commitment was made during a meeting of the PDP Governors’ Forum hosted by Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, in Jos on Friday night.
Governor Mutfwang reassured supporters that the governors and critical stakeholders are committed to re-strategizing to stabilize the party. He expressed gratitude to the governors and party faithful who attended the meeting, emphasizing the importance of the gathering in charting a way forward for the PDP.
“Even though this is primarily a meeting of governors, it is gratifying to see party leaders and stakeholders from various states filling this room to support the governors as we strategise to ensure not only the stability of our party but also its ability to continue providing hope to Nigerians,” Mutfwang stated.
The Plateau State governor highlighted the state’s historical significance to the PDP, recalling that it hosted the party’s first convention to elect the first President of the Fourth Republic. He proudly referred to Plateau as the ‘Home of PDP’.
“By the grace of God, after years of miserable leadership by the opposition on the Plateau, the people have welcomed their party back. The PDP and I am determined to improve the lives of our people and fulfill the party’s mandate of social justice and empowerment,” he added.
Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum and governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed, commended the party’s stakeholders for their unwavering support. He emphasized the PDP’s unity and its position as an unbreakable political party offering Nigerians hope and good governance.
His words: “We are here on the Plateau, and Governor Mutfwang has shown us that Plateau is indeed a melting pot where everyone is welcome. The PDP remains an indivisible party. Despite minor hiccups, we are united with all organs and leaders of the party. We will continue to work together to provide Nigerians with opportunities for better governance.”
Oyo State governor and vice chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF), Seyi Makinde, also reassured PDP supporters of the governors’ determination to reform the party and restore its leadership role in Nigeria.
The meeting was attended by several notable party leaders, including Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (Adamawa), Governor Kefas Agbu (Taraba), Governor Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), and the Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Illiya Damagum.
The PDP governors’ meeting comes ahead of the party’s 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting earlier scheduled for November 28 but adjourned indefinitely. The meeting is expected to deliberate on the future of acting National Chairman Ambassador Umar Ilyas Damagum.
