By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna
The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has constituted a high-powered committee to examine its current position and chart a possible new political direction.
State Chairman of the party, Alhaji Samaila Burga, made the announcement while addressing journalists after a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Bauchi on Saturday.
Burga said the decision followed extensive deliberations among party leaders and stakeholders, noting that the move was aimed at safeguarding the collective interests of members across the state.
He reaffirmed that the PDP remains strong and vibrant, citing the large turnout at the meeting as a clear indication of sustained public confidence in the party.
According to him, party leaders must justify the trust reposed in them by ensuring unity, transparency, and responsiveness to the aspirations of members.
He disclosed that the newly constituted committee would be chaired by the Deputy Governor of the state, Mohammed Jatau.
Membership of the committee includes representatives from the National Working Committee,
The State House of Assembly, the National Assembly, commissioners, party executives, and local government chairmen, among other stakeholders.
Burga added that the Secretary to the State Government would serve as the committee’s secretary, while elected local government chairmen, alongside their deputies and secretaries, would ensure grassroots representation.
He explained that the committee’s mandate includes reviewing the party’s current standing and exploring the possibility of exiting the PDP, as well as aligning with another political platform if deemed necessary.
The PDP leadership in the state is expected to reconvene after the committee submits its findings to deliberate further and take a final decision on the way forward.
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