The immediate past Governor of Benue State and leader of the People’s Democratic Party in the state, Chief Samuel Ortom, has appealed to his supporters and those of Senator Gabriel Suswam to put aside their differences and work towards maintaining peace and unity within the party.
Ortom’s call comes after a recent crisis over the control of the PDP in Benue State.
He urged party supporters to back the newly constituted Benue State Caretaker Committee, set up by the National Working Committee of the PDP, according to Independent.
In a statement, Ortom acknowledged that political disagreements are inevitable but emphasized that they should enrich discourse and deepen the democratic process. He expressed confidence in finding amicable solutions with Senator Suswam, citing their long-standing friendship and mutual respect.
Ortom commended PDP members for their peaceful conduct during the recent Ward Congresses and encouraged them to exhibit the same spirit during upcoming congresses. He also urged party members to support the State Caretaker Committee to ensure its success.
According to the statement “The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom appeals to his supporters and those of Senator Gabriel Suswam, to sheathe their swords and work towards maintaining peace and unity within the PDP in the state.
“Chief Ortom says in politics, differing opinions and positions are inevitable, but the differences often serve to deepen the democratic process and contribute to enriching discourses within political parties.
“He points out that he and Senator Suswam share a long-standing friendship and mutual respect as leaders within the PDP and will always find amicable solutions to whatever political disagreements that may arise, by prioritizing the greater good of the party and its members.
“Chief Ortom calls on all stakeholders to remain committed and focused on the shared objectives and aspirations of PDP, as they have always done.”
Furthermore, “He (Chief Ortom) commends PDP members in the 23 local government areas of Benue state for their peaceful conduct in the recently concluded Ward Congresses of the party and expects them to exhibit the same spirit during the forthcoming Local Government and State Congresses.
“Chief Ortom further urges the party members to support the State Caretaker Committee of the party set up by the National Working Committee, to enable it succeed in its assignment,” he appealed.
