The Elders Forum of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi state has issued a stern warning to Senator Danjuma La’ah, urging him to reconsider his actions or face significant pushback from party members.
In a statement released by Alhaji Ibrahim Dansofo, spokesperson for the PDP Elders Forum, the party criticized La’ah’s attempts to facilitate a leadership transition that would favor Senator 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 Forum 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 Lah 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 La’ah, 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 argued, 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.
