Enugu PDP Stakeholders Reaffirm Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as Party Leader

Strategic Insights -

In a show of loyalty and unity, former Governor of Enugu State and Senator Chimaroke Nnamani, alongside other key stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State, reaffirmed Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as the de facto leader of the party in the state and the South East geo-political zone. This declaration came during the flag-off of the 2022 Local Government elections campaign, held at Ikem, Isi-Uzo LGA headquarters, where the stakeholders commended Governor Ugwuanyi for his exceptional leadership style, peace initiative, and good governance in Enugu State.

Key Takeaways:

  • Senator Nnamani described Governor Ugwuanyi as "a master of political leverages and the leader of the PDP in the South East", highlighting his influence and leadership in the region.
  • The stakeholders commended Governor Ugwuanyi for his commitment to peace and good governance, citing his regular payment of salaries (new minimum wage) and attention to development issues despite the state's lean resources.
  • The PDP State Chairman, Hon. Augustine Nnamani, praised Governor Ugwuanyi for keeping faith with his campaign promises and described him as "the game changer and bridge builder" who has brought about a new era of progress in Enugu State.
  • The former Chairmen of PDP in Enugu State, Dr. Charles Egumgbe, Chief Engr. Vita Abba, and Chief Ikeje Asogwa, expressed their admiration for Governor Ugwuanyi's performance in office and thanked him for keeping the ideals and tradition of the party alive.
  • Governor Ugwuanyi assured the people of Enugu State that the party candidates, if elected, shall serve them with the fear of God and in their best interest, consistent with the PDP tradition, and urged them to vote massively for PDP on February 23, 2022.

Statistics:

  • 17 Local Government Areas in Enugu State
  • 17 LG Chairmanship candidates of the PDP
  • February 23, 2022, as the date for the Local Government Council Chairmanship elections in Enugu State
  • 2023 as the year for the general elections in Nigeria

Sources:

  • Former Governor of Enugu State, Senator Chimaroke Nnamani (senator representing Enugu East Senatorial District)
  • PDP State Chairman, Hon. Augustine Nnamani
  • Former Chairmen of PDP in Enugu State: Dr. Charles Egumgbe, Chief Engr. Vita Abba, and Chief Ikeje Asogwa
  • Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi
  • Rt. Hon. Edward Ubosi, Speaker, Enugu State House of Assembly
  • Hon. Cornelius Nnaji, member representing Enugu East/Isi-Uzo Federal Constituency