Bayelsa: Turnah-led PDP Salute Wike, G5 Over Abuja Meeting, As Party Recommits To Decisions Reached
The Barr. George Alabh Turnah-led Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike and the G5 members for their decisive leadership and commitment to the survival and unity of the Party.
The Party in a statement by the State’s Caretaker Committee Publicity Secretary, Mr Derri Alasuote Wright said the recent as evidenced in the recent meeting convened in Abuja on Monday, June 9, 2025 was an evidence that Wike and former Governors Samuel Ortom, Okezie Ikpeazu, and Ifeanyi Ugwanyi want the best for the Party.
The statement read in parts: “This meeting, which brought together eminent leaders and concerned stakeholders of the party, is a testament to the unwavering love Wike has for the PDP and his relentless fight for justice against impunity.
“His dedication to the party’s principles stands him out and has endeared him strongly to all genuinely committed members of the Party nationwide, and we commend him for always championing the cause of unity and integrity within our ranks.
“We fully endorse the resolutions reached at the meeting, and as a State Chapter, we stand by our recognition of Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the PDP, and to state that there is no vacancy requiring any replacement whatsoever.
“Our party’s Constitution and the recent Supreme Court decision regarding the National Secretary issue are very clear and unambiguous in this regard.
“As a State Chapter we stand united with the rest of our eminent leaders and concerned stakeholders across the federation in the decision to zone the Presidential ticket of our party for the upcoming 2027 elections to the Southern region”.
“This strategic move does not just demonstrate our commitment to inclusivity and fairness. It also does ensure that our party remains attuned to the voices of all Nigerians.
“Bayelsa State PDP reaffirms its loyalty to the resolutions of this meeting and remains steadfast in its support for Nyesom Wike as our national leader, as well as our endorsement of Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary. Together, we will forge ahead with renewed vigour to restore the PDP to its rightful place as a beacon of hope and justice for our people and nation”, the Statement added.
