Amongst all the challenges facing the Peoples Democratic Party in Edo State, an Ex House of Assembly candidate, Dee Ilugbekhai, has requested for unity among the party following the September 21st governorship election.

At the moment, the Edo PDP is involved in an internal crisis, with the Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, contesting the governorship primary won by a former Chairman of Sterling Bank, Asue Ighodalo, who is a friend of Governor Godwin Obaseki.

The state House of Assembly is in a current move to question Shaibu, a development believed to be connected with the fight between Shaibu and Obaseki.

Ilugbekhai,  in his statement on Monday, pleaded for unity in the PDP for the  general interest of the party, especially as the governorship election is  few months away.

He said, “While internal challenges may arise, our strength as a party lies in our unity. Now, more than ever, it is imperative that we rally together, transcending individual ambitions for the collective success of our party.

“As we navigate the path towards the Edo 2024 governorship election, let us remember that our unity is our greatest asset. Together, we can overcome any challenge and emerge victorious, ensuring a brighter future for Edo State under the banner of the PDP.”