Senator Iyorchia Ayu, National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has denied taking N1 billion from anyone, as stated by Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, and has warned offended parties to keep his family out of the dispute.
In response to questioning regarding the allegations against him, Ayu disputed Wike’s claims and stated that the party account statement will be made available to party members soon.
The PDP National Chairman stated that as the party’s father, he decided to remain silent in order for peace to rule.
Ayu further urged all disgruntled members of the party to exclude his family.
“I felt I should encourage reconciliation. But where it touches on my integrity, which even my own family members are brought into play.
“I appeal to aggrieved people to desist from trying to malign my character or bringing my family into party affairs.
” I never collected 1 billion from anybody. And the 100 million that was donated by one of the governors was judiciously used for the purpose that it was given”.
