Ondo PDP spokesman, Peretei quits over party’s alleged lack of interest in winning elections
By Julius Alabi, Akure
The internal crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has deepened as its State Publicity Secretary Kennedy Ikantu Peretei has resigned his membership of the party.
Peretei said he took the decision after wide consultation with his family members, political associates, and friends.
His resignation highlights the internal struggles within the PDP in Ondo State.
In a copy of the resignation letter, Peretei expressed frustration with the party leadership’s self-serving interests, which he believes have crippled the party’s chances of winning elections.
He cited the party leadership’s lack of intention to win elections as the reason for his departure.
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, hails from Arogbo Ward 1, in Ese-Odo Local Government Area of Ondo State.
He stated, “Those who claim to be at the leadership of the party have no intention to win any elections, now or in the future.
He explained that his efforts over the years in the party have been undermined by the same individuals who have held the party hostage, making it impossible to win elections in the last three election cycles
Peretei advised party members who rely on election funds and patronage to seek alternative means of supporting their families.
He urged them to reconsider their involvement with the party, suggesting that they may be living “meaningless lives” as “political bandits” or “Almajaris.”
Peretei a former State Financial Secretary (1999-2003) and current State Publicity Secretary (2020 till present) has contributed significantly to the party.
