NDC to Hold Fresh Primaries After Candidate Defections
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) announced it will conduct fresh primaries to fill vacancies created by the defection of some candidates to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Osa Director, the NDC national publicity secretary, made this announcement in a statement on Tuesday, stating that the decision aligns with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026.
The NDC accused the APC of inducing its candidates with money, political appointments, and other incentives to defect. The statement criticized those who defected, claiming they lacked the values and commitment associated with the NDC.
The party plans to hold fresh congresses to elect new candidates for the affected constituencies. The NDC reassured its members and supporters that they should not be disturbed by the APC's actions, describing them as desperate tactics of a failing party.
The NDC remains committed to its mission of providing good governance and security for Nigerians.
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