Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, weekend asked Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders to put aside their differences and work towards the unity of the party.
A statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Mr Sulaimon Olanrewaju, quoted Governor Makinde as stating this at the ongoing retreat organised by the party for its elected officials in Bauchi state.
Makinde stated that the healing process in the PDP must start now with the party members putting aside issues capable of causing division in the party as a result of the in-fighting that occurred during the general elections.
“Well, I want to point out that we went through a grueling election and whether we want to admit or not, we have issues amongst ourselves during the elections. But, you know what, the healing process has to start and it must start now,” he said.
The governor added, “Going forward, the process of healing the party must begin immediately. We must focus on things that will unite us. We must, as a matter of urgency, be forward-looking.
“We have to tell ourselves the home-truth. One thing I can say is that, for the governors of the PDP, who are present here, I will say that the governors are willing, ready and able to play a stabilising role in this party.
“Let me conclude by saying that government will come and go but our country will remain. And, as a responsible opposition party, we must, where it is required, do things in the interest of this country.”
