The South East leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed its commitment to rebuilding and repositioning the party in Enugu State following recent political developments in the state.
This resolution was reached during a strategic engagement between members of the South East PDP Special Committee on Enugu Affairs and the Enugu State Working Committee, led by the Acting State Chairman, Barr. Steve Oruruo, in Enugu.
The meeting focused on reconciliation, revitalization of party structures, and renewed grassroots engagement across the 17 local government areas of the state.
Speaking at the session, Chairman of the Special Committee and South East Secretary of the PDP, Chief James Ugwu, described the interaction as a rallying point for unity and renewed strength within the party.
He said despite recent political shifts, the PDP remains resilient and firmly rooted in Enugu’s political landscape.
> “We are not discouraged. This is a time for rebuilding, reconciliation, and strategic engagement,” Ugwu stated.
“We are mobilizing from the grassroots, reaching out to stakeholders, and realigning the party to reflect the will and aspirations of the people.”
Ugwu further emphasized that the PDP’s long-standing achievements in Enugu would serve as a strong foundation for its revival, assuring members that the structure remains intact and cohesive.
Also speaking, the Secretary of the Special Committee and South East Zonal Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Engr. Sir Chigozie Igwe, described the engagement as a critical step toward reclaiming the party’s dominance in Enugu politics.
He admitted that the exit of Governor Peter Mbah from the PDP was a setback but maintained that the party remains focused and determined.
> “The PDP has been the cornerstone of Enugu’s political stability since 1999, and we are confident that our values, structures, and people-centered ideology will guide us back to victory,” Igwe noted.
In his remarks, the Acting Chairman of the PDP in Enugu State, Barr. Steve Oruruo, commended the South East leadership for its steadfastness and reaffirmed his commitment to the collective revival of the party.
> “We will not be distracted by political developments around us. Our focus is on rebuilding confidence and restoring the people’s trust in the PDP,” Oruruo said.
“Our party remains the people’s choice — a platform founded on service, accountability, and development. We will work tirelessly to reclaim our mandate and reassert the PDP’s leadership in Enugu State.”
The Special Committee on Enugu Affairs has been mandated to spearhead reconciliation efforts, strengthen party structures, and prepare the PDP for upcoming electoral contests.
According to Engr. Igwe, the committee’s focus is on fostering unity, bridging internal divides, and revitalizing local structures to ensure the PDP remains a formidable political force.
> “We are building a movement that transcends individuals — one that represents the collective aspirations of the people of Enugu,” he added.
The South East PDP reaffirmed its confidence in the national leadership and expressed optimism that, through unity and purposeful strategy, the party will reclaim Enugu’s Lion Building and restore its legacy of responsive governance.
