..As Party Won’t Challenge Defection in Court, Says Oruruo
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State remains strong and united despite the recent defection of Governor Peter Mbah to the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to the state chairman, Mr. Steve Oruruo.
In a statement to journalists on Tuesday, Oruruo expressed confidence that the party would bounce back stronger and more united than ever. “The PDP is still standing very strong in Enugu State, despite the defection of Governor Peter Mbah to the APC,” he said.
Oruruo disclosed that the party is already looking ahead to the 2027 elections and would field a strong candidate to challenge the APC. “We will field a strong candidate come 2027 who will challenge the APC,” he said, adding that the party is confident in its ability to win back the state.
The PDP chairman acknowledged that there is little crisis within the party, but assured that the party has the mechanism to quickly resolve any issues that may arise. “We have the mechanism to quickly resolve it,” he said.
Oruruo also stated that the party would not be challenging the defection of Governor Mbah in court. “There has never been a victory by a person who has challenged defectors,” he said, adding that the party is focused on building its strength and preparing for future elections.
The PDP chairman expressed confidence that the party is stronger now than ever before. “The party is even stronger now than ever before,” he said, adding that the party’s strength lies in its unity and commitment to its principles.
Oruruo’s comments come on the heels of Governor Mbah’s defection to the APC, which has been seen as a major blow to the PDP in Enugu State. However, the PDP chairman’s statement suggests that the party is not taking the defection lying down and is already preparing for the next round of elections.
