The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Abayomi Tella, has called on party members eyeing positions to improve their relationship with electorates and grassroots mobilization, warning that the party cannot afford a “try and error” tactic in 2027.
Tella emphasized that building relationships and trust with the people is crucial, as failing to do so would lead to a loss of popularity and ultimately, the election.
The PDP chair made this statement during a program organized by Toyin Amuzu, the PDP candidate for Abeokuta South federal constituency election in 2023.
Tella encouraged party members to be at peace with one another and spread the word about the party to all corners of the state, stressing that unity is essential for success.
He advised aspirants to start building relationships with the people now, rather than waiting until the election is just six months away, as is often the case with many politicians.
Tella emphasized that creating relationships with the grassroots is not just about money, but about genuine engagement and connection with the people.
The PDP chair pleaded with party members to use the current platform to unite the party, acknowledging that 2027 is a critical year for the party, but also recognizing that there are responsibilities to be taken.
“To all our intending aspirants, it’s not until the election is about six months that you would be getting close to the people.
“That’s why you loose your popularity and lost elections. Create relationship with the people now that election is still far, not everything is money, get close to the grassroots and do it now.
“I want to plead with all of us that we should use this platform to unite our party.
“Whatever you call strength is in unity, we can’t afford to do a try and error again. 2027 is our year, yes, but we have some certain responsibility to take,” he said.
On his part, Amuzu said, “well, if we have a lot of representatives, senators, and governors empowering people within their four years tenure, I’m sure by now everyone would have a job.”