NDC North-East Candidates Reject Babachir Lawal's Leadership
Six governorship candidates of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the North-East have collectively rejected the appointment of Engr. Babachir Lawal as the party’s leader in the region. The candidates, including Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, Aishatu Dahiru Ahamed, Barr.
Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim, Rear Admiral S. Kashim Ibrahim (Rtd.), Dr. Babayo Ardo, Prof. Mohammed Sani, and Ibrahim M.
Shitu, stated their decision was “collective, firm and final.” They criticized the appointment for being made without prior consultation with them or other key stakeholders, which they believe is essential for understanding local political realities. The candidates expressed concerns that Lawal’s leadership would not enhance the party's electoral prospects in the North-East and urged the national leadership to reconsider the decision.
They called for dialogue to foster unity and cohesion within the party as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensify.
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