EDSIEC Under Fire: Akoko Edo PDP LG Stakeholders  Appeals To Governor Obaseki For Justice In Amune’s Stolen Mandate

EDSIEC Under Fire: Akoko Edo PDP LG Stakeholders  Appeals To Governor Obaseki For Justice In Amune’s Stolen Mandate

Tensions are mounting within the ranks of PDP Akoko Edo LGA, as party executives and influential figures express their strong opposition to the stolen mandate of Engineer Sylvester Amune, the duly elected candidate for the local government chairmanship position in the upcoming Local Government elections.

Addressing the Concerns:

1. Questioning the Reversal of Mandate: The sudden reversal of the people’s mandate raises concerns about the decision-making process of the State Party Leadership. It is crucial to understand the reasons behind this decision and examine whether there were valid justifications for overturning the will of the people.
2. Party Guidelines and Pre-Qualification Test: The party’s own guidelines stipulate that any candidate aspiring for the Chairmanship position must win their Unit and Ward during the primaries. It is essential to investigate why Tajudeen Alade, who did not meet this requirement, was initially disqualified but later cleared for the primaries. This discrepancy calls into question the integrity of the screening process and the consistency of the party’s adherence to its own rules.
3. Confidence in EDSIEC and Party Guidelines: The party entrusted the responsibility of conducting the primaries to the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC). However, the substitution of the elected candidate raises doubts about the party’s confidence in the commission’s ability to carry out a fair and transparent electoral process. It is crucial to evaluate whether the party’s decision undermines the validity of EDSIEC’s actions and the guidelines set forth by the commission.
4. Challenging the Disruptive Candidate: Tajudeen Alade’s disruptive behavior during the primaries, including his challenge against the Delegates List approved by the Party, brings into question why his name was considered for substitution. The party must provide a justifiable explanation for allowing a candidate who violated the process to benefit from it and subsequently replace the rightful winner.

Call to Action: The Leaders and Constituents of Akoko LGA are calling for the attention of key stakeholders, including the Governor of Edo State, the Deputy Governor, the State Party Chairman, EDSIEC, and other critical decision-makers.

They implore these stakeholders to promptly review this case of injustice and restore the stolen mandate to Engineer Sylvester Amune, who was rightfully elected as the Chairmanship candidate. By rectifying this anomaly, justice will prevail, and the confidence of the people in the party’s democratic processes will be restored.

PDP leaders, both in Akoko-Edo and at the state level, should pay close attention to the unfolding crisis and take immediate action to prevent it from escalating further. It is crucial for them to address the concerns raised by the Leaders and Constituents of Akoko LGA regarding the stolen mandate of Engineer Sylvester Amune.

By acknowledging the gravity of the situation and proactively working towards a resolution, the party can avoid allowing this crisis to spiral out of control. Timely intervention and decisive measures will be essential in restoring confidence and maintaining unity within the PDP.

Source iReporteronline.