UPDATE/ Drama As PDP Chairman Dumps Post, Accepts Tinubu’s Appointment

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dumped his post after President Bola Tinubu gave him a federal appointment.

Desmond Akawor, the PDP Chairman in Rivers State, tendered his resignation following his appointment as the Federal Commissioner representing the state at the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation, and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). Akawor’s resignation was communicated through a letter addressed to the acting PDP National Chairman, Umar Damagum.

In the letter, Akawor expressed gratitude to the PDP for the opportunity to lead and acknowledged President Bola Tinubu for the appointment.

The excerpt from the letter reads: “After consultation with my leaders and family, I have accepted this opportunity to serve our country, which I consider as a national service. Consequently, I have resigned my position as the Rivers State Party Chairman of our great party – The PDP, and immediately handed over all duties to the Deputy Party Chairman – Hon. Aaron Chukwuemeka who has commenced action in this stead.”

He further stated, “I am grateful for the opportunity to have steered the ship of our great Party, The PDP at the State level from 2020 to 2023, and especially grateful for your support and the support of the National body during my tenure. My family and I are extremely grateful to Mr. President – Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his consideration and for finding me worthy to serve in this capacity.”