By David Onimisi Lawani
The All Progressives Congress, APC has formally inaugurated its ward congress committee and urged members of the party to adopt consensus amongst contending individuals in the party.

Inaugurating the committee, the National Secretary, Caretaker/ Extraordinary Convention Committee, Sen. John Akpanudoedehe in his remarks noted that the success of the exercise depends on the unity of the party.

Akpanudoedehe said so much is expected from the committee stressing the importance of giving every member of the party a sense of belonging since the outcome of the task relies a lot on how issues are handled successfully.

His words: ” In continuation of the rebuilding & repositioning processes of our party, our Ward Congresses to produce the Ward Executive Committees and the delegates at that level will take place this Saturday 3lst July 2021, and you’ve been selected to superintendent over that exercise.

” There’s no doubt that within this room are the; creme de la creme of our Party, our first team for any competition. Therefore, I urge you to keep the interest of the party first and foremost within your hearts. The success of this exercise depends so much on you, the unity of our party also depends on the outcome and the outcome essentially depends on your handling of issues and the overall conduct of the exercise”, he noted.

He however cautions the committee as the party will not hesitate to discipline any member whose conduct falls below expectation.

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” Do not forget that the CECPC reserves the power to recall the team or any of its members whose conduct is below expectation, after all, he who hires can also fire.

‘” You’ve been urged to encourage consensus arrangements, where possible. Article 20 of our party’s constitution and the guidelines for the congresses shall be your guide.

“You’ll be given the necessary briefing and materials for the conduct of the exercise”, he said.