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PDP Board of Trustees Urges Caution in Discussing Defectors Ahead of National Executive Committee Meeting

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The People's Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees has emphasized the importance of unity and reconciliation ahead of its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, cautioning party leaders and members to exercise restraint when discussing defectors. Senator Adolphus Wabara, BoT Chairman, delivered this message at the 81st meeting of the board, where he also expressed optimism about the potential for defectors to return to the party. Wabara stressed the need for party members to distinguish between personal opinions and the party's official stance, urging them to respect the party's formal organs for speaking.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PDP Board of Trustees has advised party leaders and members to exercise caution when discussing defectors, emphasizing the importance of unity and reconciliation ahead of its NEC meeting.
  • Senator Adolphus Wabara, BoT Chairman, expressed optimism that many defectors had not left the party for good and urged members to distinguish personal opinions from the party's official stance.
  • The PDP must not appear disorganized or fractured to the public, according to Wabara, and party members should drop grievances, engage in constructive dialogue, and work towards a successful party convention.
  • The PDP Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, reaffirmed the party's position as the beacon of hope for Nigerians, encouraging party members to remain proud of their affiliation and not let emotions cloud their judgment.
  • The PDP has the potential to attract new members into the party fold, according to Wabara, despite acknowledging that not all defectors might return.

Statistics:

  • The 81st meeting of the PDP Board of Trustees was held at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja.
  • Senator Adolphus Wabara, BoT Chairman, described the gathering as critical for rebuilding the party and improving on the achievements of past leadership.
  • The NEC meeting is a crucial period for the PDP, according to Damagum, who encouraged party members to remain resilient and proud of their affiliation.

Sources:

  • The Guardian
  • Nigerian Tribune

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