The Kabiru Tanimu Turaki camp of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State, has called on the governorship aspirant, Hon. David Usman Dinshiya, to accept the outcome of the party’s gubernatorial primary election in the interest of the party.
Hon. Dinshiya, a nephew to General TY Danjuma, objected to consensus arrangement, and was defeated in the primary election that produced the former federal lawmaker and Minister of Labour and productivity.
The party urged Hon. Dinshiya to support its candidate, Senator Joel Danlami Ikenya, ahead of future political engagements.
The party made the call while reacting to the allegations by Hon. Dinshiya that the primary election which produced Ikenya as the PDP governorship flag bearer was manipulated.
In a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Hon. Irash John Iratishe, the PDP said the primary election was conducted in accordance with the Electoral Act, the party’s constitution and guidelines approved by its National Working Committee (NWC).
The party maintained that, delegates freely exercised their voting rights during the exercise and rejected claims that the election did not take place or that the results were fabricated.
According to the statement, “the outcome of the primary reflected the collective decision of accredited delegates who participated in the process”, stressing that Senator Ikenya’s victory was a product of democratic choice rather than manipulation.
The PDP also defended its State Chairman, Comrade Obidah Bitrus, against allegations of bias, describing his role during the exercise as impartial and in line with the responsibilities of his office.
The party, however accused Dinshiya of attempting to discredit a process he willingly participated in, noting that disagreements arising from internal contests should be addressed through constitutional channels rather than public attacks capable of causing division within the party.
It further expressed confidence in the legitimacy of the primary election and the mandate given to Ikenya, insisting that the party remains united and committed to consolidating its strength ahead of forthcoming elections.
The PDP urged all members to close ranks and work together in the interest of the party, emphasizing that unity and collective responsibility remain essential for achieving its political objectives in Taraba State.