By Martins Abochol
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared Alhaji Muktar Galadima, a former Director with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), winner of the party”s primaries for Wukari/Ibi Federal constituency of Taraba.
Mr Nuhu Agbu, the PDP Returning Officer, who affirmed Galadima as the sole canddate for the contest on Saturday said that his emergence was in compliance with the PDP constitution and guidelines.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the PDP conducted its primary election in the 20 council wards of Wukari/Ibi Federal constituency.
The returning officer, while announcing the affirmation, said that the exercise was inline with the party’s constitutional guidelines and procedures.
He said that the PDP leadership in Wukari and Ibi ensured that due process was strictly followed.
He said that Chairmen of all the 20 wards across the federal constituency alongside designated returning officers, visited each ward to consult critical stakeholders.
“At every ward, loyal PDP members unanimously affirmed and endorsed Galadima as their preferred candidate to represent the party in the forthcoming general election.
“Subsequently, the PDP leadership of Wukari/Ibi formally presents the collated results and documented endorsements before the leadership of the party in the state, ” he said.
According to him, the exercise was conducted in the presence of representatives of the Independent National Electral Commission (INEC) and other relevant authorities in full compliance with electoral guidelines.
“Galadima is officially declared as the winner and PDP candidate for the Wukari/Ibi Federal Constituency,” Agbu added.
In his acceptance remarks, Galadima expressed profound gratitude and described the day as one of the happiest moments of his life.
He further urged the people of Wukari and Ibi to ensure they obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) alongside their families.
He emphasised that voter participation remained key to achieving collective political aspirations.
NAN reports that a cross section of party leaders expressed happiness for the peaceful and transparent process.
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