The South East leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reiterated its commitment to rebuilding and repositioning the party in Enugu State, following recent political developments that have altered the state’s political landscape.
This resolution was reached during a meeting between members of the South East PDP Special Committee on Enugu Affairs and the Enugu State Working Committee, led by the Acting State Chairman, Barr. Steve Oruruo, in Enugu.
The engagement focused on reconciliation, revitalization of party structures, and renewed grassroots mobilization across the 17 local government areas of the state.
Speaking during the meeting, the Chairman of the Special Committee and South East Secretary of the PDP, Chief James Ugwu, described the gathering as a rallying point for unity and renewed strength within the party.
He said, “We are not discouraged. This is a time for rebuilding, reconciliation, and strategic engagement.”
Ugwu stressed that despite recent shifts in the state’s political alignments, the PDP remains a strong and resilient force in Enugu politics.
“We are mobilizing from the grassroots, reaching out to stakeholders, and realigning the party to truly reflect the will and aspirations of the people,” he stated.
According to him, the PDP’s longstanding presence and track record of governance in Enugu would serve as a foundation for its revival.
He assured members that the party’s structures remained intact and cohesive.
Also speaking, the Secretary of the Special Committee and South East Zonal Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Engr. Sir Chigozie Igwe, described the engagement as a significant step towards reclaiming the party’s dominance in Enugu.
He acknowledged the impact of recent political changes but maintained that the PDP remains focused on renewal and resilience.
“The PDP has been the cornerstone of Enugu’s political stability since 1999, and we are confident that our values, structures, and people-centered ideology will guide us back to victory,” Igwe said.
He further noted that while the exit of Governor Peter Mbah from the PDP came as a surprise and left a “sour taste,” the party remains undeterred in its mission to rebuild.
In his remarks, Barr. Steve Oruruo, the Acting Chairman of the PDP in Enugu State, commended the South East leadership for its steadfastness and reaffirmed his commitment to the collective revival of the party.
“We will not be distracted by political developments around us. Our focus is on rebuilding confidence and restoring the people’s trust in the PDP,” Oruruo said.
He continued, “Our party remains the people’s choice, a platform founded on service, accountability, and development. We will work tirelessly to reclaim our mandate and reassert the PDP’s leadership in Enugu State.”
The Special Committee on Enugu Affairs was mandated to spearhead reconciliation efforts, strengthen the party’s structures, and prepare the PDP for upcoming electoral contests.
According to Engr. Igwe, the committee’s focus is to foster unity, bridge internal divides, and rejuvenate the local structures necessary to sustain the PDP’s influence.
“We are building a movement that transcends individuals, one that represents the collective aspirations of the people of Enugu,” he added.
