There’s been a change in leadership at the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Anambra State. Dave Akunyili has been appointed as the Acting Chairman, taking over from Felix Chukwurah. Chukwurah was expelled from the party due to his alleged involvement in activities that went against the party’s principles.
The nomination of Akunyili as the Acting Chairman was done in Awka, the capital of Anambra State. The process was organized by Izuchukwu Onwuekelu, the NNPP Southeast Zonal Secretary. Alhaji Aliyu Kwankwaso, the acting Secretary of NNPP Enugu State, was also present during the nomination.
Akunyili’s nomination was met with unanimous support from the party members in Anambra State. This included the state executive members, local government party chairmen, and other important stakeholders. The approval of the National Working Committee (NWC) is still needed for Akunyili to officially become the Acting Chairman.
The national leadership of the NNPP recognizes the importance of having a strong state chairman to unify the party’s structure in Anambra. The turnout of party stakeholders and faithful members during the nomination process demonstrates their support and loyalty to the party’s growth. Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso and Alhaji Abba Kawu Alli, the National Chairman, are leading the party towards progress.
After his nomination as Acting Chairman, Akunyili addressed the party members and promised to remain faithful and dedicated. He expressed his commitment to building a stronger NNPP that will work towards the liberation of the people of Anambra State.