The upcoming PDP Guber primaries in Edo state have been surrounded by intrigue and political maneuvering. With the APC having already chosen its candidate from Edo South, which holds the majority of voters in the state, the PDP is facing a significant challenge in securing a victory in the 2024 Gubernatorial elections.
Governor Godwin Obaseki has been actively supporting his preferred candidate, Asue Ighodalo, who hails from Edo Central. However, this move has not been well-received by many party members, as they believe that selecting a candidate from Edo South would be the most strategic choice to secure a win.
In a surprising turn of events during the last ward Congress in Edo, nine other aspirants expressed their discontent with the outcome.
They have now formed a collective known as the G8, combining forces in an effort to prevent the PDP from losing the state to the APC.
Sources within the G8 group have revealed that they will work together as a team to achieve their goal.
It is also rumored that they plan to field a candidate from Edo South, directly challenging the Governor’s preferred candidate. This move has caused further speculation and excitement around the upcoming primaries, as it sets the stage for an intense and competitive race.
It remains to be seen how the dynamics within the PDP will unfold.
The clash between Governor Obaseki’s favored candidate from Edo Central and the potential candidate from Edo South promises to be an intriguing battle for party support.
Ultimately, the outcome of the primaries will determine the PDP’s chances of securing victory in the Gubernatorial elections and potentially altering the political landscape in Edo state.
As the primaries approach, all eyes are on Benin city, where the PDP will make its crucial decision. The stakes are high, and the PDP must carefully navigate the internal intrigues and conflicts to choose a candidate who can effectively challenge the APC and appeal to a majority of voters in Edo state.