The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing fresh tension in Cross River State as two top officials, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum and National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, reportedly sent separate and conflicting letters to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) concerning the state congress. The move has caused confusion over which directive the electoral body should recognize.

Political observers say the disagreement reflects the deep cracks within the PDP’s national leadership. While Damagum’s letter is said to support one faction of the party, Anyanwu’s correspondence reportedly backs another, fueling speculations about internal power struggles ahead of future elections.

Stakeholders in Cross River have expressed concern that the clash between the two party leaders could destabilize preparations for the congress and weaken the PDP’s chances in the state. INEC is now under pressure to clarify which letter holds legal weight in the ongoing political tussle.