By Gabriel Atumeyi
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State has expressed appreciation to the people of the state over their conduct during Saturday’s local government election in the state.
The party said the outcome of the poll is a clear indication that the state is a PDP state and would remain so for a long time to come.
In a statement on Monday by its State Publicity Secretary, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, it disclosed that it was overwhelmed by the goodwill and support of the people in their impressive turn out at their various polling units across the State which gave the Party its overwhelming victory against the opponents.
“Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State wishes to acknowledge the patriotic disposition that the citizens displayed in the just-concluded March 6, 2021, Local Government elections that made the entire electoral process seamless and peaceful. The Party is also congratulating the successful candidates for their emergence as Chairmen, Vice-chairmen, and Councilors.
“By this resounding victory, the PDP has conclusively established beyond doubt that Delta State is PDP and PDP is Delta.
“Given the hard work put in by the Party and its candidates during the electioneering campaigns and the welcome support given by the electorates at the various campaign grounds across the State, it was quite obvious that the coast was very clear for the victory of PDP.
“To our party faithful, leaders, and PDP teeming supporters, we acknowledge your support, worth, co-operation, and sacrifice without which the success story of the Party at the Local Government elections would have been a mirage.
The party also commended the state electoral Commission and the security agencies for their roles in ensuring a smooth exercise which allowed party faithful to exercise their franchise without hindrance.
“In particular, the Party notes with satisfaction, the painstaking effort of the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC), in exhibiting uncommon competence and adroit handling of the entire gamut of the electoral process that has culminated in the peaceful conduct of the elections.
“Even, the security agencies were not left behind as they did their bright best in ensuring that security and orderliness prevailed before and during the elections. We commend their patriotic efforts that contributed immensely to the success of the electoral process.
The party also appreciated governor Ifeanyi Okowa for his exceptional leadership and steering of the party in the build up to the poll which they say reaffirms his commitment to the growth and development of the party in the state.
“Of course, we also commend our amiable Governor, His Excellency, Senator, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa for displaying exceptional leadership in providing a level playing field in the build-up to the elections, and in particular, for confirming once again that he is indeed a democrat.