PDP Excludes Former Guber Candidate From Party Activities

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Edo state has announced the exclusion of its former gubernatorial candidate, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu from all party activities over his alleged plans to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a statement issued by the state publicity secretary of the party, Chris Nehikhare said the exclusion will remain in place until Ize-Iyamu addresses the issue of his decamping to the APC.

See statement , In the last few days, the Edo PDP has been inundated with calls and enquiries regarding the stories trending both in print and social media as it concerns one of our leaders, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu.

“The party leadership has patiently waited to hear or read his reaction to confirm or deny the stories, but to no avail.

“We boast of being a party of men and women of integrity and high moral standing. It is a brand we have earned and wish to maintain.

“As a result of the “uneasy quiet” from our dear pastor and the impression our silence will send to our teeming supporters and followers, Edo PDP is left with no option but to announce the EXCLUSION of Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu from all PDP-related activities with immediate effect, until he acknowledges, accepts and addresses the issue of his decamping to APC.

“This decision has been taken without prejudice!‎”