Presidential aspirants on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from South-East extraction have asked other geo-political zones to be reasonably fair to them by supporting their zone for the 2023 presidency.
The aspirants after around 4 hours of meeting in Abuja on Saturday, said they have consented to work together in light of a legitimate concern for Nigeria, the PDP and the South-East zone.
The aspirants that met were former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim, Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa and American-based Medical doctor, Nwachukwu Anakwenze.
Briefing newsmen on behalf of the group after their meeting, Anyim said they have made plans to work as a team.
Anyim, who is likewise a former Senate President said, “It is our knowledge that more aspirants that my aspirants may have obtained forms under PDP. We hope that they will join us a little later.”
He said, “We met this morning and resolved as follows; One, we have agreed to work together as a team.
“We will work together to ensure that a South Easterner emerges as PDP flag bearer for the 2023 presidential election.
“We intend to consult with other zones on this issue and it is based on fairness and equity.
“In doing so, it is important to note that we have always supported other zones, and we now expect them to reciprocate.”