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[Nigeria Democratic Congress @NigeriaNDCHQ]

PRESS STATEMENT

Understanding the Just Concluded NDC Primary Elections:

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), which is the fastest-growing political party in Nigeria, believes in the principles of leadership, consultation, inclusiveness, and consensus-building.

The party operates under an established stakeholder leadership structure which has caucus heads in all states of the federation.

In the South-East geopolitical zone, our presidential candidate, His Excellency Peter Obi, came into the party with an established leadership structure comprising respected elder statesmen and political leaders who serve as caucus heads in their respective states.

The caucus leaders are:

• Abia State – Chief Onyema Ugochukwu, former Chairman of the NDDC Board.
• Ebonyi State – His Excellency Dr. Sam Egwu, former Governor, former Minister, and former Senator.
• Enugu State – His Excellency Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, former Governor, former National Secretary, and former National Chairman of the PDP.
• Imo State – His Excellency Chief Achike Udenwa, former Governor and former Minister.
• Anambra State – Since His Excellency Peter Obi is our presidential candidate, his team coordinates the process.

These leaders were entrusted with conducting stakeholder consultations, building consensus, and making recommendations to the party based on their understanding of the peculiar political dynamics in their respective states. In addition, each state has recognized stakeholders and grassroots leaders who participate in consultations and make recommendations regarding party affairs.

This process was conducted without prejudice to the rights of any aspirant. Where aspirants disagreed with recommendations made by stakeholders or caucus leaders, they were free to test their popularity through the democratic process at the grassroots level, and this was duly accommodated.

At no time has the NDC National Secretariat been involved in the business of picking, choosing, or imposing candidates on any constituency or state. Every aspirant who approached the party was received, attended to, and directed to engage with the appropriate caucus leaders, stakeholders, and grassroots members of the party in their respective states.

In line with its affirmative action policy, the party has demonstrated a commitment to encouraging and supporting female participation in elective offices, and has done so in some cases. The party has also expressed an interest in protecting and supporting serving members of parliament. Beyond these considerations, all aspirants were referred to their state caucus leaders and all those who bought Expression of Interest Forms were asked tobgo into the field and participate in the primaries. We are aware of reports of some aspirants prematurely declaring themselves as candidates, as well as complaints raised by others regarding aspects of the process. These issues have been brought to the attention of the appeal panel and the leadership of the party and have been addressed accordingly.

As resolved at yesterday's NEC meeting, we now look forward to the commencement of a comprehensive reconciliation process. We count on our esteemed caucus leaders, state chairmen, stakeholders, and party leaders to engage all aspirants and members in the interest of unity, cohesion, and the continued growth of our party.

For this reason, throughout the past several months, whenever aspirants or stakeholders approached the party regarding elective positions, we consistently referred them to their respective state caucus leaders. Likewise, those with concerns or grievances were advised to channel such matters through their caucuses for resolution.

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Dear Young Nigerians,

One lesson from the 2023 elections, particularly in Lagos, should never be forgotten.

In the period following the presidential election and leading up to the governorship election, we witnessed a troubling shift in public discourse. Conversations that should have focused on competence, governance, development, and the future of our nation were gradually diverted towards tribal sentiments, ethnic divisions, and unnecessary suspicion among citizens.

Many sincere and well-meaning Nigerians participated in these conversations without realising that they were being drawn into narratives carefully designed by others.

Throughout history, whenever politicians find it difficult to compete on ideas, performance, character, or vision, some resort to exploiting the fault lines of ethnicity, religion, and identity. Their calculation is simple: a divided people are easier to manipulate than a united people.

Today, I see similar efforts emerging again, sometimes in more subtle and sophisticated ways. Narratives are planted, amplified, and circulated, often by individuals who genuinely believe they are defending a worthy cause, without recognizing the broader agenda behind such campaigns.

Let me state clearly that Pastor Enoch Adeboye remains one of the foremost fathers of faith in our nation. For decades, he has consistently preached the virtues of peace, prayer, love, reconciliation, and national unity. Even when faced with provocation, his response has always reflected humility, restraint, wisdom, and grace.

At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them. The task of building a better Nigeria rests primarily on the shoulders of the younger generation. It is their duty to lead the conversations, champion the reforms, and drive the positive change our nation urgently requires.

We must be careful not to become instruments in the hands of those who secretly nurture division while publicly preaching unity. In most cases, their target is not the individual being attacked; instead, it is the person who is attacking. Their real objective is to weaken the bonds that hold us together as one people and one nation.

I therefore urge all young Nigerians: do not allow anyone to recruit you into hatred. Do not allow anyone to weaponise your ethnicity, your faith, or your admiration for respected leaders.

Question every narrative. Verify every claim. Follow the facts. Resist manipulation.

The Nigeria of our dreams can only be built by citizens who refuse to be divided, who choose unity over hatred, and who place our collective future above narrow interests.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

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[💥 Fr. Cyriacus Kamai 🇳🇬 @vakkai]

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[Peter Akah @Peter4Nigeria]

My Country People, it’s about Time ❗️

Dear Nigerian Youths, Our Tomorrow has Come❗️

2027 = A New Nigeria is POSSIBLE ❗️

Peter For Ogoja
Peter For Yala
Peter For Nigeria

A VOICE FOR THE PEOPLE 2027 🎤

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[Omadi @iamtenseven]

"How Obi Outsmarted Tinubu and APC:

While everyone was watching the Labour Party and ADC, Peter Obi was already three steps ahead.

By the time the political class realised what was happening, the game had changed.

Most people think his move to the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) was sudden. It wasn’t. It was planned long before the noise started.

NDC itself wasn’t just another party. It was registered by court order, which made it difficult to challenge. More importantly, the window for any appeal had already closed, and only INEC had the power to contest it. That moment passed quietly, unnoticed.

Now go back to early 2026.

Senator Seriake Dickson, former governor of Bayelsa, registered NDC in February. This happened just weeks after a private meeting with Peter Obi. At the time, it meant little to observers. In reality, that was the foundation being laid.

Around the same period, Obi was frequently visiting former President Goodluck Jonathan in Otueke. Soon, rumours began to spread that Jonathan might run for president under the NDC.

That rumour served a purpose.

It distracted everyone.

Tinubu’s camp didn’t see NDC as a threat. Their focus remained on the Labour Party and ADC. Efforts were made to weaken those platforms, while INEC was busy slowing down the registration of other parties believed to be linked to Obi.

Meanwhile, something else was quietly coming together.

NDC was being prepared.

Then came another move that seemed random at the time. Senator Dickson visited Rabiu Kwankwaso in Kano. Many people didn’t understand it then. Looking back now, it was part of a larger alignment.

Peter Obi, on his part, kept repeating one thing: he would be on the ballot no matter what happens.

That wasn’t a hopeful statement. It was a calculated one.

He already knew the path he would take.

Obi also understood that powerful interests within ADC would not allow him to emerge as their presidential candidate. So, while ADC leadership believed they had boxed him in, especially after settling on Atiku Abubakar, Obi was already preparing his alternative.

When ADC made its move, Obi made his.

At that point, Tinubu’s camp began to hear whispers that Obi might defect to NDC. In response, there were moves in the National Assembly to introduce laws that could block last-minute defections.

But timing is everything.

Before anything could be finalised, Obi had already switched.

The move came fast and caught many off guard. Tinubu himself was reportedly forced to adjust plans as the political landscape shifted almost overnight.

Now, the focus is no longer on the Labour Party or ADC.

It is on NDC, a party that was quietly secured, strategically built, and activated at the right moment.

And this time, stopping it may not be so simple.

Whether people saw it coming or not, Peter Obi has positioned himself for the 2027 ballot."

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