From Mokwugwo Solomon, Awka
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, on Wednesday, February 5, held crucial meeting in Awka, the state capital, where it adopted the resolution of the South East Zonal Executive Committee (ZEC) meeting held at the Government House, Enugu, on Friday, January 24, 2025.
The South East Zonal Executive Committee meeting had resolved, among other things, that the leader of the party in the South East is the Executive Governor of Enugu State, HE Barr. Peter Mba; and that Rt. Hon. S.K.E Udeh-Okoye remains the authentic National Secretary of the party, in line with the judgement of the Appeal Court, and in line with the constitution of the party.
The ZEC meeting had also approved the zoning of National and Zonal offices allocated to each zone. It also maintained that the party in the zone remains one, big, united party capable of handling any issues arising in the party in the zone, and warned external troublemakers to steer clear of the affairs of the party in the zone.
Motion for adoption of the resolution of the Enugu meeting was moved by former chairman of PDP in Anambra State, Hon. Ebuka Igwe, and was supported by the chairman of the party in Anambra East local government area, Barr. Chijioke Celestine Ofoegbunam.
During the meeting held at the Geo Gold Hotel, Awka, which was well attended by former members of the national and state assemblies, former and current party leaders, stakeholders and party stalwarts in the state, Anambra PDP also inaugurated standing committees with specific tasks.
The committees include: Strategic Planning and Policy Development Committee, which is responsible for shaping the policy direction of the party and ensuring effective strategy formulation; Grassroots Mobilization and Outreach Committee, tasked with deepening the party’s presence at the grassroots and engaging with the electorate; Reconciliation and Unity Committee, focused on healing divisions, strengthening internal cohesion, and fostering party unity; Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Committee, charged with ensuring the financial sustainability of the party; Media and Communication Committee, which will manage public engagement, enhance the party’s media visibility, and shape the party’s messaging; as well as State Elders Committee, comprising experienced leaders who will provide wise counsel and guidance for the party’s progress.
Speaking during the event, chairman of the party in Anambra, Comerade Chidi Chidebe, said that each member being inaugurated into any of the committees was selected based on experience, loyalty, capacity, and dedication to the PDP.
The PDP chairman said that formation of the committees would lay the foundation for a stronger, more united, and more strategic PDP in the state; adding that it would ensure that the party remains well-structured, deeply connected to the grassroots,
and fully prepared to reclaim its rightful place in governance.
“Since its founding, the PDP has been a symbol of democratic ideals, good governance, and national unity. We must, therefore, work tirelessly to uphold this
legacy, strengthen our internal structures, and prepare for the tasks ahead,” he noted.
He said that the State Executive Committee, in line with the provisions of our party’s
constitution, has carefully constituted the committees to drive the affairs of the party
in critical areas.
According to him, each committee was carefully assigned specific mandates critical to the growth, strengthening, and repositioning of the party in the state. He urged the committee members to work hard for greater tasks ahead.
“People of Anambra State are watching, waiting, and hoping that the PDP will rise again
to provide credible leadership and governance.
“Our mission is not just to win elections, but also to rebuild the trust and confidence of Ndi-Anambra on our party. Achieving this will require unity, discipline, grassroots engagement, and well-thought-out strategies.
“The responsibility of ensuring a strong, united, and formidable PDP in Anambra State now rests on our shoulders. We cannot afford to fail.
“Therefore, I urge the newly inaugurated members to see this assignment as a serious responsibility, and not just another title. This is the moment to rise and rebuild our party. Let us embrace it with dedication,” he concluded.
