Dare Babalola
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC), led by Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN) to stay resolute in their mission, emphasising that “things are not beyond repair” for the party.
Obasanjo made the remarks on Saturday during a visit by the PDP NWC led by Turaki, to his Abeokuta residence in Ogun State.
According to a statement on the party’s X page, Obasanjo offered words of counsel and commended the current leadership for their efforts to stabilise and reposition the party.
He commended all the steps taken by the NWC, urging them to remain steadfast in their mission and instill discipline in the Party, saying that “anybody who wants to belong to a political party must adhere strictly to its rules and regulations”
“Things are not beyond repair. Soldier on…You are doing very well,” Obasanjo stated, encouraging the committee to continue their work with diligence and tact.
He stressed the importance of a strong, focused opposition in any democracy, charging the NWC to ensure that the interest of the nation remains paramount.
The former President emphasised that the current challenges facing the nation require all political actors to play constructive roles, putting the country’s interest first. While offering his wealth of experience and political insights, Obasanjo affirmed his readiness to provide guidance when necessary to the party’s leadership.
Obasanjo stressed that the way and manner the Federal Government is going, they can’t take Nigeria anywhere good.
Responding to the former President’s encouraging words, the Party’s National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the entire NWC.
Turaki said, “Your continued support and wisdom mean a great deal to us, sir.
“Your advice and great counsel are always very helpful, and we will rely on them as we work tirelessly to rebuild and unify our party. We came here specifically to tap into your experience and benefit from your invaluable perspective on both the party’s future and the state of our nation.”
Turaki assured the former President that the NWC under his leadership is dedicated to maintaining internal peace, promoting genuine reconciliation, and preparing the party to meet the expectations of all Nigerians.
In the entourage of the National Working Committee is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BOT), Senator Adolphus Wabara, former Plateau Governor, Jonah Jang, former Niger State Governor, Muazu Babangida Aliyu, the PDP Candidate in Ekiti State, Dr Oluwole Oluyede, some members of the National Working Committee and other prominent Party leaders in the south west and across the country.
The visit concluded on a high note of enthusiasm and renewed commitment. The PDP NWC is expected to visit other party leaders as part of its efforts to strengthen the party’s unity and resolve all form of political differences in the PDP.
