The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has announced plans to hold elections for local government chairmen and executives this coming Saturday. The party’s state leadership said the exercise will cover all local government areas and ward executives within the state.
According to a statement released by the Edo PDP secretariat, voting will begin early Saturday across designated venues, with party members required to present valid identification and adhere to party guidelines.
The outcome is expected to shape the local government leadership structure ahead of future political engagements in the state.
The party stressed that the election is part of its internal democratic process to ensure grassroots representation and prepare its leadership for upcoming electoral contests.
Party officials have appealed to members and aspirants to conduct themselves peacefully and to respect the results, emphasizing unity and discipline.
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Edo PDP chairpersons and ward executives are among those to be elected. Observers will be present to monitor compliance with party rules, and any disputes arising from the election are expected to be handled through the party’s internal arbitration mechanisms.
