He Is Planning to Destroy Our Party" — South-East PDP Leaders Warn Governor Mbah as Plot to Remove Anyanwu Fails*

 *”He Is Planning to Destroy Our Party" — South-East PDP Leaders Warn Governor Mbah as Plot to Remove Anyanwu Fails*

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olitical Crisis is brewing within the South-East wing of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as prominent leaders in the zone have strongly condemned Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, over what they describe as an orchestrated plot to destabilize the party and subvert constitutional authority.

In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by Chief A.U. Nwachukwu, Chairman of the South-East PDP Leaders Forum, the group accused Governor Mbah of colluding with expelled former Zonal Chairman, Chief Ali Odefa, to remove Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the party’s National Secretary—despite a Supreme Court ruling affirming Anyanwu’s position and official recognition by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

“Governor Mbah is planning to destroy our party,” the statement warned, citing the governor’s alleged ultimatum that the PDP must reverse the Supreme Court’s decision or face his defection from the party.

According to the South-East PDP leaders, the governor’s desperation became more evident when he convened an unauthorized meeting of the South-East Zonal Executive Committee (ZEC), which only the National Vice Chairman (South-East) is empowered to summon under Article 27(3) of the PDP Constitution.

The controversial meeting, disguised as a mobilization exercise for the PDP in the zone, was reportedly held to coerce party stakeholders into backing the removal of Senator Anyanwu and recognizing Mr. Setonji Koshoedo, Deputy National Secretary, as Acting National Secretary—a move party leaders have described as “illegal and unconstitutional.”

“The gathering, initially framed as a mobilization meeting, was a ruse aimed at forcing through an unlawful agenda. Some of the attendees were misled, unaware of the meeting’s true purpose,” the statement noted.

The forum also raised the alarm over the involvement of Chief Odefa in the scheme, emphasizing that he was expelled from the PDP in November 2024, with the expulsion affirmed by the Federal High Court in Abakaliki. Legal opinions from the party’s National and Zonal Legal Advisers also confirmed that Odefa is no longer a party member.

The South-East PDP leaders commended the national leadership of the party for resisting attempts to manipulate the party’s structure and reaffirmed their support for Acting National Chairman Ambassador Umar Damagum, National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, and the Reformation Committee led by former Senate President Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki.

They further called on party members across the region to remain vigilant and united in the face of what they termed “a clear assault on party discipline and internal democracy.”

“The PDP will not be held hostage by personal ambitions. The rule of law, party constitution, and integrity of our democratic institutions must prevail,” the statement concluded 

INEC Receives PDP’s Anambra Guber Submission Signed by Samuel Anyanwu, Reaffirming His Role as National Secretary

 INEC Receives PDP’s Anambra Guber Submission Signed by Samuel Anyanwu, Reaffirming His Role as National Secretary

In a move that puts ongoing internal party wranglings into clearer perspective, Senator Samuel N Anyanwu has signed the official submission of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) gubernatorial candidate for the 2025 Anambra election, confirming his position as the party’s National Secretary.

The letter, dated May 7, 2025, and addressed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), was co-signed by Senator Anyanwu and the PDP Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum. It formally submitted Ezenwafor Jude C as the party’s candidate and Hon Okeke Francis Chukwudi as his running mate for the November 8 governorship poll.

Despite recent reports that some PDP governors had named a new acting secretary, this submission, endorsed by both the chairman and Senator Anyanwu, signals that the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) still recognises Anyanwu as the legitimate National Secretary.

Observers say this action may be the party’s calculated attempt to avoid internal legal disputes or disqualification issues ahead of the critical Anambra election.

Anyanwu remains PDP National Secretary - S/West Stakeholders Forum

 Anyanwu remains PDP National Secretary - S/West Stakeholders Forum 

A pressure group in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), South West Stakeholders Forum has insisted that Senator Samuel Anyanwu is the authentic National Chairman of the party. 

The forum said its insistence was based on the recent  Supreme Court ruling on the scramble for the national scribe seat .

Alhaji Kola Ajayi, coordinator of the South West PDP Stakeholders Forum in a statement on Sunday said there is no ambiguity in the apex court ruling but blamed people with biased mind for self serving interpretation of the judgement.

The forum said it does not recognize the choice of any other person as PDP national secretary. 

The statement issued by Ajayi read "we members of the South West Stakeholders Forum as a group interested in the growth of our great party are concerned in the recent development relating to the position of the National Secretary. 

"We are convinced that there is no crisis as far as the position is concerned because Senator Samuel Anyanwu is the authentic National Secretary of the party.

Any other person is an impostor.

"The Supreme Court judgement has vindicated Senator  Anyanwu. So, we do not recognize Hon. Sunday Ude Okoye or anyone in acting capacity by the name Arc. Setonji Koshedo.

"We blame the misunderstanding on this position on the leadership of the party who are not firm enough in implementing the Supreme Court judgement".

The forum appealed to the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) to let the status quo remain by allowing Senator Anyanwu in office till the expiration of the current NWC.

"The national convention is around the corner, we are appealing to the party leadership not to aggravate the crisis within the party but allow the status quo remain while working internally to resolve differences at the national level and state chapters," said Ajayi

The forum expressed confidence that PDP will flourish after the national convention and the party will be repositioned strongly ahead of the 2027 general election

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The Corporate image of Distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu

 The Corporate image of Distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu 

By Adm. Emmanuel Mba (Acia)

Distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu is now a household name in national politics and as well as Imo state politics this is by the virtue of him been the present national secretary of peoples Democratic party, a former senator in the 8th Assembly and the governorship candidate of the party in the last election in Imo state.

Him been the political leader of peoples Democratic party in the state was born out of  dedication and commitment to party as a grassroot politician who grew from the ranks  by the virtue of service held in various capacity, as local government chairman Ikiduru LGA , one time  Senator of federal republic of Nigeria (2015), in 2021 was elected the national secretary of peoples Democratic party for one tenure of (4) four years

Distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu has built an excellent reputation and  good character in the discharge of his duties at every given time he has been privileged to serve his people and the party at large. But it appears that certain individuals within the peoples Democratic party have become addicted to misinformation, thriving on the toxic diet of deceit, forgery, and propaganda just to destroy the reputation of great man who has done no evil whatsoever. Their desperation has now reached laughable proportions, as evidenced by the latest concocted tale by Darlington Ukachukwu and his cohorts falsely accusing supporters of Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu of forging a memo.

Let it be known today that no amount of lies, no volume of fake memos, and no amount of coordinated media smear campaign can jeopardize distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu’s record of service, loyalty to the party, or grassroots credibility and presence. Rather what we are witnessing is a classic case of political insecurity on the part of some party leaders, where the only strategy left to them is to attempt character assassination through forged narratives and imaginary scandals.

The recent claims published against Senator Anyanwu are not only false but an insult to the intelligence of discerning Nigerians. If indeed a memo was forged, then those responsible should be investigated and exposed not conveniently pinned on Anyanwu or his supporters without a shred of evidence. Accusation is not proof, and propaganda is not fact.

The peoples Democratic party is too great a party to be reduced to a circus of forgers pointing fingers at loyal party men, while the real enemies of the party hide behind headlines and anonymous authors. It is ironic that those peddling these lies accuse others of forgery while continually forging stories to sway public opinion.

This campaign of calumny against Distinguish Senator Samuel Anyanwu must end now . These fabricators must understand that no matter how many times a lie is repeated, it will never become truth. The people are watching. The party is watching. And history has never been kind to those who traded integrity for propaganda.

If anyone must be cautioned, it should be those who think that by orchestrating media trials and spreading fake documents, they can overturn due process and the collective wisdom of party structures, their illegalities are becoming too obvious. We shall continue to beam our  eagle eyes on their activities and in no short time they will be disgraced

Because the man whom they seek his downfall is a man of grace and integrity, remember to be forewarned is to be forearmed.

2027: A Display of Leadership and Steadfastness from Damagum, Anyanwu, and Saraki

 2027: A Display of Leadership and Steadfastness from Damagum, Anyanwu, and Saraki

Over the Easter break, Ambassador Umar Damagum, the PDP Acting National Chairman, ventured to Yobe State, engaging in extensive stakeholder meetings. As a native son, Damagum commanded impressive gatherings at each session, spanning the state to his local and ward levels. He ignited PDP morale, emphasizing the party’s cohesion and strength both in Yobe and nationwide. He welcomed defectors from the APC and NNPP, boldly declaring the PDP's readiness to dethrone the APC across Nigeria, starting in Yobe.

Simultaneously, Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu, the National Secretary and 2023 Imo gubernatorial candidate, convened a vibrant stakeholder meeting in Owerri. A royal celebration in his honor ensued, marking his Supreme Court affirmation as National Secretary. Like Damagum, Anyanwu underscored PDP unity and power. Furthermore, similar gatherings erupted across Imo’s senatorial districts, especially his own Owerri district, immediately after the state-level event. Anyanwu, too, vowed PDP's determination to unseat the APC in Imo and beyond.

During Ramadan, Dr. Bukola Saraki hosted an Iftar for Kwara PDP stakeholders, showcasing the party's might and reinforcing its unity. Saraki further asserted the PDP's resolve to reclaim Kwara and the nation from the APC. Just recently, he publicly reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the PDP in his reaction to defection of the Governor of Delta State and rumored defection of other Governors.

These leaders' exemplary conduct sets a standard that other PDP figures should follow. Like Damagum, Anyanwu and Saraki, other Party leaders must begin to connect with the grassroots to ensure no effort is spared in our mission to oust the APC. Our unity must always be emphasized as the party is no longer in crisis. May God bless the aforementioned trio for their efforts and leadership.

'Tonye Barcanista

Senator Anyanwu Donates Multi-million Property to Kinsmen, Offers 100m for Construction ...Sets up JAMB CBT Center, Captures over 50 Amaimo Indigenes in full scholarship in tertiary institutions in Nigeria

 Senator Anyanwu Donates Multi-million Property to Kinsmen, Offers 100m for Construction 

...Sets up JAMB CBT Center, Captures over 50 Amaimo Indigenes in full scholarship in tertiary institutions in Nigeria 

By Jude Ezeji, Owerri 

Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu has donated plots of lands for the construction of Computer Based Test Center for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and a digital computer learning center to Amaimo Progressive Forum as part of contributions for the development of the community.

Also, Anyanwu constructed a four bedroom bungalow, and offered monetary assistance for the construction of Amaimo Progressive Forum Secretariat and youths empowerment valued over N100 million respectively in a bid to create a modern opportunity for the people of the communuty.

Addressing members of the forum who paid him an Easter visit on Monday, Senator Anyanwu, also the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party said that the plot of lands donated would house a world class oil meal, police station with the provision of additional modern security gadgets and over 10 computers aimed at providing information gathering and protecting the people.

According to him, aside from the lands, building, computers and security gadgets, he disclosed that over 50 Amaimo indigenes are currently enjoying his full scholarship in various tertiary institutions in the country, with others benefiting from his bursary allowances.

Senator Anyanwu known for genuine philanthropy further promised to rehabilitate the general hospital in Amaimo, Ikeduru LGA built by the federal government but abandoned by successive administrations in the state. 

Speaking during a thank you visit, President of the forum, Hon Nnamdi Iheoma thanked Senator Anyanwu for making the organization proud and assured him of their readiness to reciprocate the gesture anytime their supports were needed.

According to him, an erstwhile PDP candidate for the Ikeduru LGA Chairmanship candidate in the last Imo LGA election, "Senator Anyanwu has demonstrated high level of patriotism showing the level of love he has for the citizens."

In a letter signed by the Secretary of the forum, Chief Uwa Edward Emeka and obtained by newsmen, the forum expressed its deepest appreciation for Senator Anyanwu's incredible generous donations, adding that such assistance was a demonstration of his unwavering commitment to the development of the society.

Chief Uwa further maintained that the lands donated would provide a valuable asset for the organization by enabling them to establish a befitting Secretariat, CBT center for JAMB examination, a digital computer learning center, as well as expand the forum's programmes in line with their vision for development.

Adding his voice, former President General of the Forum, Sir Ugo Ashiegbu, and Nze Chima Ejiogu respectively expressed gratitude to Senator Anyanwu, assuring him that the forum would do everything possible to put good use of the items offered to them.

The duo further called on other leaders in the community and by extension, Ikeduru local government to emulate the generosity of Senator Anyanwu for societal development, adding that the act showes that the National Secretary of PDP believes that charity begins at home.

"PDP is united and poised to reclaim power in 2027" - Amb. Umar Damagum, Acting National Chairman, PDP.

 "PDP is united and poised to reclaim power in 2027" - Amb. Umar Damagum, Acting National Chairman, PDP.

"PDP is fully prepared to seize victory in the 2027 general election" - Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary, PDP.

This is the voice of true leadership. They ignite hope and rally the party’s rank and file, sidestepping any real or imagined challenges to focus on building a stronger party.

Ambassador Damagum spent all of last week in Yobe State, not just only in the capital but in his hometown and LGA, energizing PDP members and stakeholders, offering direction, lifting spirits, and rekindling their hope.

Senator Anyanwu was in Imo State last week, captivating a diverse crowd of stakeholders, inspiring them, and declaring PDP stronger than ever in the state and across the country.

This is leadership in motion, building momentum without dwelling on any obstacles.

'Tonye Barcanista