The Peoples Democratic Party’s Board of Trustees has raised questions about the continued tenure of Umar Damagum, the party’s acting National Chairman, and Samuel Anyanwu, the National Secretary.
There have been growing concerns among party members regarding the prolonged stay of Damagum and Anyanwu in their current roles.
Damagum, who previously served as the PDP National Deputy Chairman (North), took on the role of acting National Chairman following the suspension of the party’s National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, by the court in the previous year’s March.
Anyanwu, who is also the PDP candidate for the Imo State 2023 governorship election, has caused a dilemma in the South zone over appointing a replacement. Despite this, he managed to retain his position as the party secretary after a contest with Governor Hope Uzodinnma.
Both the PDP’s National Working Committee and National Caucus recently expressed their full support for Damagum’s leadership of the NWC during meetings held on Wednesday and early Thursday.
Addressing the issue at the party Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, the PDP BoT Chairman, Adolphus Wabara, emphasized the importance of reflecting on the party’s current state and the necessary steps to move forward.
He asserted that amidst challenging times, Nigerians look to the party to lead the charge in rescuing the nation from the grip of the All Progressives Congress. He raised concerns about the prolonged tenure of the acting Chairman and the unresolved issue of the National Secretary’s office.
Wabara urged for urgent resolution of these matters in accordance with the party’s constitution, emphasizing transparency and fairness for the party’s best interests and unity.
He added that as the party approaches a new phase with upcoming changes in executive structures, there is an opportunity to rejuvenate and position the party strategically for the future.
Damagum, in response, assured ongoing consultations to rejuvenate the party’s position, especially with upcoming elections in Edo and Ondo states.
He expressed confidence in the party’s performance and prospects in the upcoming elections, highlighting the collective efforts that will lead to success in the polls.