The Ebonyi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed support for the newly appointed Caretaker Committee, led by Barrister Ekuma Emmanuel. This development is seen as a significant step towards rebuilding the party in the state. The committee’s appointment was announced in a letter signed by the National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, and comprises 13 members, including Moses Idika as Secretary.
At a stakeholders meeting in Abakaliki, party leaders from the 13 local government areas of the state gathered to pledge their support for the new committee. The meeting was attended by prominent party figures, including the South-East National Vice Chairman, Chidiebere Goodluck Egwu, and the 2023 deputy governorship candidate, Senator Paulinus Igwe Nwagu. The leaders commended the National Working Committee (NWC) for the appointment, stating that it has restored hope and cohesion within the party.
Senator Nwagu emphasized that the PDP is now ready to rebuild and reposition itself, noting that the party “cannot die.” He expressed confidence that the true leadership of the party has finally arrived. The South-East National Vice Chairman, Egwu, thanked the National Secretary of the PDP, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, for his role in promoting the party’s interests in the region.
The Caretaker Committee Chairman, Ekuma, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from party leaders and members. He assured that the committee is committed to discharging its mandate and preparing the party for the 2027 general election. The committee’s appointment is seen as a crucial step towards revitalizing the PDP in Ebonyi State and positioning it for future electoral success.
The meeting demonstrated a sense of unity and purpose among party leaders, with a focus on rebuilding and strengthening the party’s structures. The PDP’s National Working Committee has taken a significant step towards addressing the party’s challenges in Ebonyi State, and the newly appointed Caretaker Committee is expected to play a key role in driving the party’s revival. With the 2027 general election on the horizon, the PDP’s ability to rebuild and reposition itself will be closely watched by political observers and analysts.
