The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has scheduled October 20 for the inauguration of its Presidential Campaign Council, as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensify. National chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, announced this during a press briefing in Abuja, emphasizing the party's unity behind its presidential ticket. The inauguration will take place during a meeting of the party's National Executive Committee, where key decisions on its preparations for the elections will be ratified.
According to Cleopas, the party will present Certificates of Return to its candidates and hold a dinner to strengthen cooperation ahead of the polls. He dismissed allegations that the party is not committed to the elections, describing them as a sign of fear in the camp of the ruling party. The NDC has proposed a meeting of the National Executive Committee on October 20, where the Presidential Campaign Council will be officially inaugurated.
The NDC chairman emphasized the importance of carefully selecting suitable members for the campaign council, citing the sensitive nature of the election. He assured that the party is prioritizing the composition of the council to ensure that members are suitable for the responsibilities they will be given. Cleopas also addressed concerns about the party's activity level since unveiling Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso as its presidential and vice-presidential candidates.
Cleopas stated that party leaders have continued consultations and town hall meetings, citing recent engagements in Sokoto and Kaduna, and a planned visit to Enugu on October 15. He emphasized that the party has been actively working, contrary to suggestions that it has been inactive. The NDC chairman expressed confidence in the party's presidential ticket, describing it as representative of Nigeria's religious, ethnic, and generational diversity.
The ticket, comprising Obi and Kwankwaso, has the mandate of the party to lead it into the political battle, according to Cleopas. He noted that the leadership, including National Leader Seriake Dickson and members of the National Working Committee and NEC, remains committed to the ticket. The NDC chairman also vowed to challenge any alleged attempts to manipulate the electoral process before, during, and after the 2027 elections.
Cleopas warned that the party will match any attempts to undermine the electoral process, stating that they will take action until May 29, 2027, when the NDC Presidential candidate and other candidates will be inaugurated. The chairman's assertions reflect the party's determination to ensure a free and fair election process. The NDC's preparations for the 2027 general elections are gaining momentum, with the inauguration of the Presidential Campaign Council being a significant milestone.
As the 2027 general elections approach, Nigeria's political landscape is becoming increasingly active, with parties intensifying their preparations. The NDC's inauguration of its Presidential Campaign Council on October 20 marks a crucial step in its campaign strategy. The party's commitment to a fair and transparent electoral process is evident in its readiness to challenge any attempts to manipulate the process.
Key points
- The Nigeria Democratic Congress will inaugurate its Presidential Campaign Council on October 20, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- The party's national chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, emphasized the party's unity behind its presidential ticket, comprising Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.
- The NDC has vowed to challenge any alleged attempts to manipulate the electoral process before, during, and after the 2027 elections.
