
Bayelsa PDP faction picks Alabh Turnah as new chairman
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party in Bayelsa State has chosen Alabh Turnah as its new chairman through a consensus process. The congress was attended by officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission and featured a strong security presence. Turnah pledged to lead with dedication and to work towards reclaiming governance in Bayelsa. He emphasized the continued strength of the PDP in the state and the Ijaw nation.
Key takeaways
- Alabh Turnah was elected as the new State Chairman of a PDP faction in Bayelsa.
- The congress also elected Ato Alfreder Ebibofayei as Secretary and Biobelemoyei Goniwari as Treasurer, among others.
- The event was monitored by INEC officials and had a significant security presence.
- Turnah promised inclusive leadership and reaffirmed the PDP’s dominance in Bayelsa and the Ijaw nation.
- He expressed optimism about the party’s future electoral prospects and commitment to serving party members.