According to the party, he remains their standard-bearer.
On Thursday, a Federal High Court in Abuja nullified the PDP governorship primaries in Edo State.
Justice Inyang Ekwo ruled that the primary election conducted on February 22, 2024, was invalid as it unlawfully excluded 378 delegates who were entitled to vote.
The court’s decision implies that the PDP currently has no candidate for the upcoming gubernatorial election on September 21, 2024, in Edo State.
However, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, the PDP Chairman in Edo State, stated in Benin-City: “Certain elements, intimidated by the growing popularity of our candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, are spreading rumors about the nullification of his candidature.
The judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja does not affect his status as our flag bearer for the 2024 elections. We urge our loyal supporters to stay calm and resolute as there is no cause for alarm.”
Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress (APC), reacting to the court ruling, encouraged the PDP candidate to collaborate with its own candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to work towards the betterment of Edo State.
In a statement by Orobosa Omo-Ojo, Director of Publicity of the APC Governorship Campaign Council, the party stated: “The nullification of the PDP governorship primary by the Federal High Court, Abuja, is a relief for Edo people from the imposition of questionable governance.
We call on Mr. Ighodalo to join forces with Senator Monday Okpebholo to reclaim and reset the state for prosperity.”
The APC stated that the priority should be addressing the needs of Edo people, ensuring food security, affordable healthcare, and a thriving economy.
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