Show Of Strength: Protesters Gather At PDP HQ To Back Damagun And Minister Wike

• Protesters gathered at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja to express support for Acting Chairman Umar Damagun and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

• The protest comes ahead of crucial PDP meetings, including the Governors’ Forum and the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting

• The protesters voiced concerns about internal factions and called for unity within the party

• The PDP National Working Committee (NWC) recently issued a vote of confidence in Acting Chairman Damagun

Eko Hot Blog reports that the protest occurred at a critical time, just hours before the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting and a day prior to the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, where significant leadership discussions are expected to take place.

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The demonstrators, armed with placards endorsing both Damagun and Wike, voiced concerns about internal factions within the PDP and accused some party members of fostering discord among the leadership.

This public display of support underscores the deep divisions and ongoing power struggles within the party. The unrest within the PDP follows recent turmoil, including calls from some party members for the resignation of the National Working Committee (NWC) due to perceived leadership failures.

Despite these challenges, the NWC issued a statement through National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba, affirming a vote of confidence in Acting Chairman Umar Damagun.

The statement highlighted Damagun’s efforts in stabilizing and steering the party towards growth, which was lauded during the 584th NWC meeting held at the party’s National Secretariat on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

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The crisis between Wike and the PDP’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, also seems to be far from over, further complicating the party’s internal dynamics.

This news report sheds light on the ongoing power struggles and tensions within the PDP, as the party navigates its leadership challenges and prepares for crucial meetings that could shape its future direction.

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