Table of Contents
- George's Statement on Rule of Law
- Controversy Surrounding the National Convention
- Internal Conflicts within the PDP
- Court Order Issued
A member of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, stated that the party is law-abiding and upholds the rule of law.
George made this remark on Friday during an interview on Politics Today, a program on Channels Television, which was monitored by DAILY POST.
He was addressing the controversy surrounding the party’s National Convention, set for November 15 and 16.
According to DAILY POST, the PDP has recently been embroiled in internal political disputes, leading to a division into two factions. One faction, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is chaired by Abdulrahman Mohammed, while the opposing faction is led by Umar Damagum.
Furthermore, DAILY POST reports that Justice Peter Odo Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a ruling regarding the convention scheduled for Ibadan, Oyo State.
George remarked, “We (PDP) are a law-abiding organization. Let us demonstrate to Nigerians that we respect the rule of law.
“You cannot claim to be a party that disobeys court judgments and simultaneously seek to take over governance; we must adhere to the court's rulings.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the stance of the PDP regarding the rule of law?
The PDP, as stated by Bode George, is a law-abiding organization that respects the rule of law.
What is the current situation regarding the PDP's National Convention?
The PDP is facing internal disputes which have led to a split into two factions, with a National Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16.
Who are the leaders of the factions within the PDP?
The faction loyal to Nyesom Wike is chaired by Abdulrahman Mohammed, while the opposing faction is led by Umar Damagum.
