The Peoples Democratic Party has expressed confidence in its ability to overturn the victory of Sen. Monday Okpebholo in the September 21, 2024 governorship election as the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal resumed its sitting today.
This assertion was made following a meeting of the party’s leadership, including its governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo.
A communiqué issued after the meeting, which was chaired by Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, the Chairman of the State Caretaker Committee, outlined the party’s commitment to reclaiming the mandate it believes was rightfully given to it by the people of Edo State.
In the statement, signed by Hon. Henry Tenebe, Secretary of the Edo State PDP Caretaker Committee, the party emphasized its ongoing determination to seek justice through the tribunal. The PDP also called for the continued support and prayers of party members and the people of Edo State as they move forward in the legal process.
The communiqué further expressed appreciation for the dedication of party members across the state, urging them to remain committed to the cause. The leadership voiced serious concerns about the state of affairs under the current All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration, noting significant setbacks in recent months.
Additionally, the PDP reaffirmed its dedication to upholding the rule of law and constitutional democracy, emphasizing that peace, order, and security are critical to the development of both Edo State and Nigeria.
The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote of confidence in Dr. Tony Aziegbemi and Dr. Asue Ighodalo, commending their leadership and efforts in fostering unity and progress within the party at the state level.
Part of it reads that “After extensive deliberations on the state of affairs of the party and Edo State, the following resolutions were reached:
“The party reaffirmed its resolve to reclaim the mandate duly given to it by the people of Edo State in the last governorship election. It called for the continuous support and prayers of all party faithful and the people of Edo State as PDP and its candidate progress on this arduous journey.
“The meeting acknowledged and deeply appreciated the commitment, loyalty, and steadfastness of party members and faithful supporters across Edo State, urging them never to relent in their support and prayers for the party and its leadership.
“The attendees expressed grave concern over the current state of Edo under the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration. The party observed with dismay that the State has suffered significant setbacks in the last few months.
“The PDP reaffirmed its unshakable commitment to the rule of law and upholding constitutional democracy in the State. The party strongly believes that law, order and security are essential for the peace, progress and development of Edo State and Nigeria as a whole.
“The party Chairmen unanimously passed a vote of implicit confidence in the State Caretaker Committee led by Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, and the party’s candidate in the last governorship election, Dr. Asue Ighodalo.
