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PDP Urged to Prioritize Internal Strengthening Amid Premature Political Ambitions

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Senators in the People's Democratic Party (PDP) have been urged to prioritize strengthening the party's internal structures over engaging in premature political ambitions. Speaking at an Expanded Stakeholders Meeting in Gombe, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo emphasized the importance of unity and cohesion within the party. He noted that the series of recent consultative meetings had laid a foundation for greater transparency and internal cohesion.

Key Takeaways:

  • Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo urged PDP members to prioritize internal strengthening over premature political ambitions.
  • The Expanded Stakeholders Meeting aimed to update members and stakeholders on party activities ahead of the forthcoming National Executive Council (NEC) meeting.
  • Dankwambo stated that the party's internal cohesion is crucial for success, emphasizing the importance of unity and understanding of divergent political views.
  • The Senator praised the PDP for being the only political party in Nigeria to have successfully completed congresses at the ward, local government, and state levels.
  • He also emphasized the importance of building a stronger party, with all members putting their ambitions on hold for now.
  • Dankwambo extended gratitude to notable figures across party lines, particularly the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe, for organizing a wedding reception for his daughter without any financial contribution.
  • Senator Anthony Siako Yaro, representing Gombe South Senatorial District, stressed the importance of party unity, stating that the PDP is not a one-man business and requires collective effort to succeed.

Statistics:

  • The PDP has successfully completed congresses at the ward, local government, and state levels.
  • 100% loyalty is expected from PDP members, with any form of defecting without resignation being considered unacceptable.
  • The recent wedding of Senator Dankwambo's daughter brought national attention to Gombe and ended peacefully.

Sources:

  • Voice of Nigeria, 28 July 2025.

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