The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) recently orchestrated its National Delegates Election in Edo State with the
objective of electing one delegate from each of the 18 local government areas. The purpose of this endeavor was
to ensure adequate representation from diverse regions within the state. Monday Onyeme, the Chairman of the 5-man
Electoral Committee and concurrently the Deputy Governor of Delta State, conveyed his observations on the exercise
during a press briefing held at the State Party Secretariat in Benin City, the capital of Edo State.
Onyeme lauded the conduct of the National Delegates Election, hailing it as one of the most unfettered and exemplary
instances he has encountered. His favorable appraisal underscores the party’s dedication to upholding democratic
ethos and fostering transparency in its internal procedures. Endorsements of this nature from eminent party figures
like Onyeme bolster the credibility of the electoral process.
The National Delegates Election holds substantial significance within the PDP as it dictates the representation of
diverse localities in the party’s decision-making apparatus at the national level. The selection of delegates from
each local government area underscores the party’s commitment to inclusivity and grassroots involvement in its
operations.
The affirmation of the election’s integrity by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee underscores the party’s
resolve to conduct equitable and transparent elections. It serves as a testament to the PDP’s adherence to democratic
principles and its pledge to maintain the trust of its members and stakeholders.
Acknowledgment of the National Delegates Election as a credible and transparent process is pivotal in fortifying the
party’s internal cohesion and credibility. By ensuring that elections are conducted in line with established
protocols and principles, the PDP bolsters its democratic standing and reinforces its legitimacy as a political
entity.
The successful execution of the National Delegates Election in Edo State reflects positively on the party’s commitment
to democratic values and principles. It establishes a precedent for forthcoming electoral processes within the PDP
and serves as a paradigm for fostering openness and answerability in political engagements.
As the PDP navigates the intricacies of internal governance and electoral procedures, the favorable outcome of the
National Delegates Election in Edo State reaffirms the party’s resilience and resolve to uphold democratic ideals.
Going forward, the PDP can capitalize on this triumph to further fortify its internal mechanisms and solidify its
position as a preeminent political entity in Nigeria’s democratic landscape.
-7 October 2024