Ms Isopi also said supporting democracy in Africa and West Africa is now more important than ever, given the recent backsliding witnessed in many parts of the region.
George Moughalu, the immediate past managing director of the Nigeria Inland Waterways Agency (NIWA)
Tony Ezekwelu, who represented the Njoku faction of the party, told journalists that the APGA-led government of Anambra was trying to intimidate them.
Mr Uzodimma said the decision to opt for consensus candidates was taken to promote unity and cohesion in the party and stability of politics in the state.
“The national leadership will not hesitate to discipline any member who is not ready to obey the constitution of the party and obey directives,’’ Mr Abure said.
Greg Igbinomwanhia, the state chairman, urged the residents to rally support for the party, emphasising PRP’s mission to bring good governance to the state.
The INEC chairman appealed to registered voters in the affected units to come out with their permanent voter cards (PVCs) for the exercise.
Mr Gani said, “Obviously, Paul Ibe is around Atiku for pecuniary gain and thus would continue to act as an agent provocateur against the interest of Atiku.’’
The party advised opposition parties in Edo to read the handwriting on the wall.
Mr Isimbabi cited division in the NNPP at the national level as the major reason for his defection.
