Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees member, Bode George has sent a strong warning to Jigawa State former Governor, Sule Lamido.

He said: “Lamido has every right to vie for the PDP national chairman position but must not bypass the party’s internal mechanisms for resolving disputes.”

“This has been part of the practice in the PDP. The fact that some leaders converge to support one person as a consensus candidate doesn’t mean others cannot compete.”

“While the PDP encourages consensus to maintain unity, it does not bar any member from contesting elective positions.”

“You want to make the process seamless and non-combative. We’ve done this before, but the party has never told anyone they cannot contest. Governor Sule Lamido has the right to compete.”

“He can get the form, fill it, and appear on the convention day. We will vote. That is the practice in our party.”

“This party is not owned by any individual. Before taking the party to court, you must exhaust the internal dynamics of the party. If you fail to do that, you can be punished.”

“Lamido is free to contest but could face disciplinary measures if he chooses to sue the PDP.”

“So, he is exercising his rights. But if he goes to court for this, he can be punished. Let him go, nobody will deny him any form, and he can compete. The final decision will be by delegates attending the convention, and it will be done openly.”