The Peoples Democratic Party’s Board of Trustees, led by Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, has clarified the reasoning behind disciplinary actions taken against certain party members. According to Ohuabunwa, who chairs the Board of Trustees, members whose actions compromised the party’s unity, stability, and credibility were sanctioned in accordance with established party resolutions. This explanation came during a Board of Trustees meeting held in Abuja on Sunday.
The development follows the party’s recent decision to expel several high-profile members, including Governors Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State and Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, as well as former National Chairman Umar Damagum and others. The party’s National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, had issued a statement advising the public against interacting with those involved in the national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Ohuabunwa emphasized that the sanctions were imposed in line with the party’s constitution, underscoring the new leadership’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting the party’s integrity. He stated, “We gather not merely as leaders, but as custodians of the party’s moral compass, entrusted with guiding the PDP through this difficult period with clarity and purpose.” The chairman noted that recent actions demonstrate the party’s resolve to defend its constitution and maintain stability.
The measures, according to Ohuabunwa, were not taken lightly and became necessary to safeguard the party from internal subversion and restore nationwide confidence. The Board of Trustees’ decision reflects the party’s efforts to address internal conflicts and ensure adherence to its constitution. As the party navigates this challenging period, the emphasis on upholding the rule of law and protecting its integrity is likely to shape its future trajectory. The actions taken by the Board of Trustees may have significant implications for the party’s unity and stability, and it remains to be seen how these developments will unfold in the coming days.
