Prof. Sadiq Gombe, National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), on Monday formally assumed control of the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, bringing an end to a prolonged leadership crisis.
The move follows the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recent decision to recognise Gombe and his National Working Committee as the authentic leadership of the party, replacing the expelled former chairman, Shehu Gabam. Party officials hailed the development as a triumph for internal democracy and adherence to the party’s constitution.
Speaking to journalists after taking over the secretariat, Gombe described the occasion as a significant milestone, coming almost exactly one year after the NWC initiated disciplinary actions against erring members. He stressed that the process followed due diligence, including investigations by a dedicated committee, review by a White Paper Committee, and full compliance with the party’s constitution.
“All affected members were given fair hearing,” Gombe said. “We remained patient, committed to the
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