2027 election will be about performance, not intimidation, PDP tells Gov Nwifuru

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that the 2027 governorship election in Ebonyi State will hinge on performance and accountability, rejecting any attempts at intimidation or political blackmail. The party's National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Jungudo Mohammed, made this assertion during a press conference in Abuja.

The PDP's statement comes in response to recent remarks attributed to Governor Nwifuru, who allegedly threatened to "consume and destroy" opposition figures at a political rally. Mohammed described these statements as reckless and indicative of desperation ahead of the upcoming polls, suggesting the governor fears rejection by the electorate.

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These unfortunate statements clearly expose a governor who is increasingly troubled by the prospect of his rejection by the people of Ebonyi State in 2027.

Instead of issuing threats, Mohammed urged Governor Nwifuru to account for the state's resources and detail his administration's achievements over the past three years. The PDP spokesman raised specific concerns about projects such as the N24 billion airport renovation, education initiatives, and incomplete road projects, as well as the allocation of funds for traditional rulers' palaces and the overseas scholarship program.

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The truth is that Gov. Nwifuru’s challenge is not Chief Wike; his challenge is the people of Ebonyi State who are yearning for competent leadership.

The PDP also rejected Nwifuru's attempts to involve the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in local political disputes, asserting that the governor's true challenge lies with the people of Ebonyi State who desire competent leadership. The party emphasized that Nwifuru should prepare to face the PDP governorship candidate, Dr. Ifeanyi Odii, at the polls.

Expressing concern for the safety of PDP members, Mohammed called on security agencies and civil society organizations to monitor the governor's remarks. He warned that any harm befalling PDP supporters or its candidate would not be tolerated, suggesting that the governor should demonstrate his commitment to the people through tangible developmental projects and improved living conditions.

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If the governor truly wishes to ‘consume’ the people of Ebonyi State, let him do so through visible developmental projects, effective governance and tangible improvements in their living conditions.