The South-South leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), issued a statement in Yenogoa on Friday, praising the National Chairman of the party; Chief John Odigie-Oyegun for making the ruling party not only the strongest but the biggest political party in Africa.
In the statement signed by the chairman, South-south Front (SSF); Chief John Harry, the leaders commended Oyegun for his dynamic leadership and his concern about the unity of the ruling party and the country’s needs as well.
“There is unity of purpose among members of the ruling party. Members are not feeling defeated or excluded. The party makes them feel hopeful, enthusiastic and proud. There is no disconnection between the state and national executive of the party.
“We applaud what Oyegun has done since 2014”
The leaders pin-pointed Oyegun’s inclusive strategy of placing party power in the hands of the people, his respect for different opinions and incorporation of international standards into the running of the ruling party as acts worthy of praise.
“Odigie-Oyegun is in agreement with the political climate and in accord with the country’s needs, as well as those of the party.
“A member sees and feels in his or her daily encounters that there is a level playing field. APC is internally democratic. There is transparency in decision making and input from members in determining the party’s choice of candidates. Chief John Odigie-Oyegun is a promoter of democratic values. He is integrating groups and individuals into the political process, thereby strengthening the unity of the ruling party.”
The former governor of Edo State was also commended for promoting the culture of democracy, good governance and respect among members.
The leaders however, described as careless and provocative, statements by some politicians such as: Chief Richard Perekeme Kpodo, Okon Etim, Omolayo Akintola and Timi Frank.
They urged Kpodo, Okon Etim and Timi Frank to stop bringing the South-South geo-political zone into disrepute and ridicule.
“The spirit of fraternity is very strong in APC. Chief Richard Perekeme Kpodo, Okon Etim, Omolayo Akintola and Timi Frank do not mean well for the ruling party.
“Chief Odigie-Oyegun is restoring morality back into politics. He is leading the ruling party in tune with popular sentiment
“APC is consolidating democracy in Nigeria” the leaders said.
They insisted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was not divided. And advised APC members nationwide to renew their commitment to ensure that the party retains power in 2019.
