The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that the inauguration of its South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee will take place on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at the National Executive Committee Hall, Wadata Plaza, Abuja.
The caretaker committee, chaired by Chief Emmanuel Ogidi, will oversee PDP activities in the South-South until a new Zonal Executive Committee is elected.
The PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC) established the caretaker committee due to the controversy surrounding the zonal congress held on February 22, 2025, in Calabar, Cross River State. The Rivers State High Court had issued a restraining order against the PDP and National Vice Chairman (South-South), Dan Orbih, but the party proceeded with the congress.
The South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee members include:
– *Chief Emmanuel Ogidi*: Chairman
– *Hon. Nicholas Ayuwa*: Member
– *Barr. Godwin Akpan Udonta*: Member
– *Mrs. Bekewei Ashanti*: Member
– *Idehen Ebomoyi*: Member
– *Dame Vivian Ahanmisi*: Member
– *Chief Damiete Herbert-Miller*: Secretary
– *Dr. Chris Uduoaka*: Administrative Secretary
The caretaker committee will manage the affairs of the PDP in the South-South zone until a new executive is elected. The NWC has urged PDP leaders, stakeholders, and members in the South-South to remain united and committed to the party’s progress.
The zonal congress held on February 22, 2025, was marred by controversy, with some stakeholders alleging that the process was flawed. The Rivers State High Court had issued a restraining order against the PDP and National Vice Chairman (South-South), Dan Orbih, but the party proceeded with the congress.
The controversy surrounding the zonal congress has implications for the PDP’s chances in future elections. The party must find a way to resolve its internal conflicts and present a united front to voters.
The inauguration of the South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee is a step towards resolving the controversy surrounding the zonal congress. The committee must work to restore unity and stability to the PDP in the South-South zone.