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Prominent Lagos PDP Member Criticizes Party’s Weakness And Leadership Void
Prominent Lagos PDP Member Criticizes Party’s Weakness And Leadership Void....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dr. Adetokunbo Pearse, a prominent figure in the Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), attributes the party’s recent electoral setbacks in the state to a lack of unity. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, Pearse points out that the party’s structure is weakened, lacking a leader to serve as a unifying force. He emphasizes the importance of regular ward and Local Government Area meetings for effective mobilization, which is currently lacking in Lagos PDP. Pearse expresses regret that the party has been crippled at the ward level, where local politics significantly impacts overall performance………CONTINUE READING
According to Pearse, the absence of a cohesive leader has led to a breakdown in communication and coordination within the party. He highlights the critical role played by a leader in organizing meetings and fostering unity at various levels. Pearse notes that the party faced challenges during the 2023 governorship election, leading to a negative impact on its overall performance. Additionally, he criticizes the party’s candidate selection process, stating that the PDP failed to present a strong candidate in the February 3 Surulere Federal Constituency I by-election.
Despite the current challenges, Pearse remains optimistic about the future, suggesting that the emergence of a new national leadership could help address the issues plaguing the Lagos State chapter of the PDP. He acknowledges the need for resolution and change to regain strength and competitiveness in future elections.
The article concludes by presenting the electoral outcomes, with PDP’s Abdul-Azeez Adediran securing a distant third position in the 2023 governorship elections, while the APC emerged as the winner with a significant margin. In the Surulere Federal Constituency I by-election, the PDP faced another defeat, obtaining 278 votes compared to the APC’s landslide victory with 11,203 votes out of a total of 11,939.
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