The Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning to Senator Danjuma Laah, urging him to reconsider his actions or face significant pushback from party members.
In a statement released on Wednesday by Alhaji Ibrahim Dansofo, spokesperson for the PDP Elders Council, and made available to newsmen in Lokoja, the party criticized Lah’s attempts to facilitate a leadership transition that would favour Dino Melaye, whom they describe as the “weakest politician” in the state.
The party’s statement emphasized that the PDP has diminished in influence, now regarded as a third-tier party in Kogi due to poor performance in recent elections.
The Elders Council expressed strong disapproval of any efforts to hand over leadership to Melaye, asserting that such moves would be met with resistance.
“We are aware of their intentions,” the statement read, accusing Laah of attempting to create a faction within the party that could lead to legal disputes. The party underscored that the recent congress held on July 28 and 29 was the most successful in its history and called on the National Working Committee, led by Chairman Iliya Damagum and Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, to rein in Lah, whom they claim is acting as a puppet for Melaye.
The statement highlighted Melaye’s poor electoral performance, noting that he failed to secure votes even in his own ward during the last gubernatorial election. This, they argue, underscores his inability to lead the party effectively.
The Kogi PDP lamented the exodus of members from the party, especially in light of the upcoming local government elections, where they have seen little interest in party affiliation.
“With no serious candidates stepping forward to purchase PDP nomination forms, the party insists that urgent restructuring is necessary to regain its footing in the state”.
