NDC Accuses Abuja Hotels of Discrimination Against Opposition

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused several hotels in Abuja of discriminating against opposition parties by denying them access to their facilities for political meetings and events. Osa Director, the party's National Publicity Secretary, made these allegations in a statement, asserting that such actions are attempts to shrink Nigeria's democratic space.

He specifically mentioned Rockview Hotel, which allegedly canceled agreements to host the NDC's meetings on two occasions, including the second National Executive Committee meeting scheduled for June 2026. The hotel reportedly declined another request, citing an "order from above." Additionally, BON Hotel in Wuse was accused of refusing to host a meeting despite the NDC meeting all stipulated conditions.

Director described these actions as undemocratic and called on the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to allow opposition parties to operate freely ahead of the 2027 elections. He urged Nigerians to condemn the anti-democratic conduct of the hotels involved.