NNPP to Select Presidential Candidate Soon, Says Aniebonam

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) is set to adopt a presidential candidate soon, as stated by Aniebonam in Abuja. He explained that ongoing litigation over the party's national leadership has limited the time available to identify a suitable candidate capable of competing with major contenders.

Following the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) recognition of Dr. Agbo Major as National Chairman, the NNPP has been using a placeholder candidate while searching for a presidential contender with the necessary character and capacity. Aniebonam emphasized that the party is committed to its manifesto and does not wish to repeat past mistakes, referencing the 2023 election involving Kwankwaso.

He clarified that the NNPP is not desperate for power and believes in divine guidance in leadership selection. The national leadership will soon convene to finalize the candidate adoption strategy, with input from party members and stakeholders in various sectors.

The NNPP will focus on legislative and state executive positions in the upcoming elections, with plans to present a presidential candidate by 2031.