NDC Anti-Defection Policy Enforcement

Sam Amadi, director at the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, criticized the Nigeria Democratic Congress's (NDC) anti-defection policy as dubious, suggesting it reflects distrust in candidates and a lack of innovation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Nigeria Democratic Congress introduces binding commitment forms requiring candidates to forfeit seats if they abandon the party after winning elections.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has introduced binding affidavits for candidates to prevent defections after winning office, though top presidential figures…