Osun Election Has Strengthened Our Resolve to Defeat Incumbency in 2027, Says Nasarawa PDP Candidate

Nasarawa PDP Governorship Candidate Dr. David Ombugadu has expressed that the recent Osun State governorship election has bolstered the party's resolve to challenge the incumbency in the 2027 general elections. Ombugadu highlighted that the election demonstrated that political power ultimately rests with the people and not through political alliances or incumbency alone.

Addressing the party's state congress at the PDP secretariat in Lafia, Ombugadu urged voters to come out in droves, cast their ballots, and protect their votes. "The outcome of the Osun election shows that it will not be business as usual. The 2027 election is about the people's power," he stated.

Despite some members moving to other parties, Ombugadu reiterated that the PDP's structure in Nasarawa remained robust. The party had won nine seats in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly in 2023, but now holds seven after two members left the party. Ombugadu aims to increase the party's representation to all 24 state Assembly seats, along with the governorship election, in 2027.

Meanwhile, Dr. Daniel Gimba, the PDP state chairman, also spoke about the significance of the Osun election. Gimba emphasized that financial influence alone cannot determine voters' choices and highlighted the growing political awareness among Nigerians. He believed that the party was encouraged by this awareness and urged voters to cast their ballots and ensure their choices were reflected in the final results.

Gimba also noted that the PDP was gaining new members from other parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), contrary to claims of losing members. He assured that the party was prepared and well-strategized for the 2027 elections, provided there was a peaceful and enabling environment for voters to exercise their rights.

Gimba further pledged to set up a reconciliation committee to address grievances arising from the recent primaries.