By James Moses (9News Nigeria -Jos)
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Waziri Tambuwal, Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, former Kaduna State Governor, Ahmed Makarfi and 43 chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have been pencilled down to receive the Victory Advocate of Nigeria (VOA) award on May 20, 2024 in Abuja.
A statement at the weekend signed by VAN National President and National Planning Committee Secretary, Seyi Ajibola and Damilola Idugbesan respectively said the event is to rejuvenate the diminished enthusiasm among the PDP supporters and inspire decisive action.
Açcording to the organisers, the award, which will take place on May 10, 2024 at Bolingo Hotel, Abuja, is to recognize individuals who have distinguished themselves through exceptional commitment, leadership, and dedication to the party.
The awards have been categorized into Lifetime Achievement Awards, Commuinity Champion Award, Youth Empowerment Award, Outstanding Women in Politics Award, Media Excellence Award among others.
“VAN, a prominent PDP National Support Group, is eager to revive the strength of our party faithful by collaborating with youth organisations to ensure triumph in the upcoming elections.
The mission is to call to action and the vision is to instill core values among our leaders.
“As part of the ” Revitalizing PDP Giants’ event, we will be conferring awards upon individuals who have displayed exceptional commitment, leadeship and dedication to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its principles.
“These awards recognise and celebrate the contributions of outstanding members and supporters who have exceeded expectations in advancing the goals and values of our party”, the statement reads.
-9News Nigeria.
