The Bayelsa chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has passed a vote of confidence on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike for his courageous and stabilizing leadership in sustaining the party through challenging times.

The decision was reached during the Party’s 99th State Executive Committee (SEC) Meeting, the highest decision-making body of the PDP in Bayelsa.

At the meeting, the SEC also approved the nomination of former Deputy Governorship candidate, Joshua MacIver, as a member of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the PDP to represent Bayelsa.

In addition, the committee adopted MacIver as the leader of the party in the state, signaling a renewed drive toward unity and consolidation within the PDP fold.

Speaking at the meeting, the State Chairman of the Party, Hon. George Turnah, who presided over the strategic engagements, commended members of the SEC for their steadfastness, loyalty, and commitment to the survival of the party.

He particularly lauded Wike for his pivotal role in strengthening the PDP at both the national and sub-national levels.

Turnah expressed optimism over MacIver’s return to the party, describing it as a significant boost to ongoing efforts to reposition the PDP for future political engagements.

He emphasized that under the current leadership, the party remains resolute and better prepared to reclaim its mandate.

The chairman further urged party leaders and stakeholders to intensify grassroots mobilization, especially as the ongoing e-registration and revalidation exercise enters a critical phase across communities, wards, and local government areas in the state.

In his remarks, MacIver expressed appreciation for the warm reception and reaffirmed his commitment to the growth and unity of the PDP.

He noted that the party he has returned to is revitalized and well-positioned for resurgence.

He maintained that the PDP continues to enjoy widespread support among Bayelsa people, particularly at the grassroots, and dismissed concerns about recent political developments in the state, Insisting that the party remains a dominant force.

MacIver also commended Turnah for his leadership, courage, and sacrifices in steering the party through turbulent times, pledging his full support and hinting a massive return of party faithful in the coming months.

Earlier, MacIver was formally received by the State Chairman and members of the State Working Committee (SWC).

Few weeks ago, MacIver who was deputy guber candidate to former Gov Timipre Sylva warned against marginalisation of Sylva’s followers following Gov Douye Diri’s entry to APC and subsequently resigned his membership in protest.

According to the party chairman, the party 99th SEC meeting was a defining moment in the ongoing efforts to reposition the PDP in Bayelsa State ahead of future political contests.

•PHOTO: George Turnah (Left), Chairman, Bayelsa Chapter of PDP, welcoming Joshua MacIver to PDP during the SWC Meeting at the weekend