The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially ratified and endorsed the results of its nationwide primaries for the 2027 general elections. This announcement was made by the party's National Leader, Seriake Dickson, in a Facebook post on Thursday.
Ratification by NEC
Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, revealed that the National Executive Committee (NEC) approved the primary outcomes during its second meeting on Wednesday. He stated that the NEC reviewed reports from across the federation and commended all involved in the process.
"After reviewing reports from across the federation, NEC ratified and endorsed the outcome of the nationwide primary elections and commended our electoral committees, screening and appeal panels, party officials, volunteers, aspirants, candidates, and supporters whose dedication ensured the successful conduct of the exercise," Dickson said.
Allegations of Manipulation
The endorsement came despite allegations of manipulation from some aspirants who participated in the primaries. Dickson acknowledged these concerns, noting that the NEC reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, transparency, fairness, and inclusion.
"While acknowledging that there were challenges and disagreements in some locations, the NEC reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, transparency, fairness, and inclusion," he added.
Reconciliation Efforts
The NDC has resolved to pursue reconciliation among aggrieved members. Dickson emphasized that the party values every member and aims to maintain unity.
"We resolved to immediately intensify reconciliation, consultation, and stakeholder engagement efforts across the country and called on all aspirants and stakeholders to remain actively involved in the task of building the party. The NDC values every member and remains committed to ensuring that everyone has a role to play in our collective journey," he said.
Electronic Voting and Grassroots Mobilisation
Dickson also announced that the NEC approved plans to introduce electronic voting in future primaries and congresses. Additionally, the party will strengthen its digital membership registration and data management systems.
"The committee also resolved to intensify grassroots mobilisation and membership expansion nationwide while strengthening party structures at ward, local government, state, zonal, and national levels as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum," he added.
Official results of the primaries, held on May 29 for presidential, national assembly, and governorship positions, have not yet been released by the party.
