Ekiti state pdp latest news

Here are some of the latest news updates from the Ekiti State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP):

Recent Developments:

  1. Ekiti PDP Primaries: The Ekiti State PDP has concluded its governorship primaries, with Bisi Kolawole emerging as the party's candidate for the 2022 governorship election. Kolawole, a former Commissioner for Education in the state, polled 671 votes to defeat his closest rival, Senator Abiodun Olujimi, who got 395 votes.
  2. PDP Chieftaincy Tussle: There has been a lingering crisis in the Ekiti PDP over the leadership of the party in the state. The crisis has seen two factions emerge, with one faction loyal to the party's National Chairman, Uche Secondus, and the other faction loyal to the party's National Secretary, Umar Tsauri. The crisis has led to the suspension of some party leaders and members.
  3. Ekiti PDP and the 2023 Elections: The Ekiti PDP has begun preparations for the 2023 general elections, with the party's leadership urging members to be prepared to defend their seats in the National Assembly and State House of Assembly. The party has also called on its members to support the party's governorship candidate, Bisi Kolawole, in the 2022 governorship election.

Recent Quotes:

  1. Bisi Kolawole: "I am committed to rebuilding Ekiti State and restoring the glory of our party. I will work tirelessly to ensure that our party wins the 2022 governorship election and the 2023 general elections." (Source: The Punch)
  2. Uche Secondus: "The crisis in the Ekiti PDP is a minor setback. We will resolve the issue and move forward as a united party. We will not allow the crisis to affect our chances in the 2022 governorship election and the 2023 general elections." (Source: The Nation)

Recent Interviews:

  1. Bisi Kolawole: In an interview with The Punch, Kolawole spoke about his plans for Ekiti State if elected governor. He said he would focus on education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
  2. Umar Tsauri: In an interview with The Nation, Tsauri spoke about the crisis in the Ekiti PDP. He said the crisis was caused by the actions of some party leaders who were opposed to the party's leadership.

Recent Press Releases:

  1. Ekiti PDP Press Release: The Ekiti PDP has issued a press release condemning the crisis in the party and urging members to remain calm and united.
  2. Bisi Kolawole Press Release: Kolawole has issued a press release thanking party members for their support and promising to work hard to ensure the party's victory in the 2022 governorship election.

Please note that these are just some of the latest news updates from the Ekiti State chapter of the PDP, and the information may not be exhaustive or up-to-date.