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NDC primary: Ensure Peter Obi becomes presidential candidate – Obidient Movement to members
The Obidient Movement has urged members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, to ensure that Peter Obi emerges as the party’s presidential candidate in today’s primary election.
Yunusa Tanko, the Obidient Movement’s National Coordinator, urged its members and that of the NDC to unite, be disciplined, and stay focused behind Obi.
In a statement he signed, Tanko said: “As we proceed into the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) primaries scheduled for today, May 29, 2026, we, members of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, wish to make a sincere but strong appeal to all NDC party aspirants and members for unity, discipline, maturity, sacrifice, and focus.
“We must remember that our convergence under the NDC is deliberate and strategic.
“Our collective objective is to ensure that the candidature of His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi is on the ballot for the 2027 general elections.”
Tanko urged members not to allow individual ambition to make them fail in achieving their collective resolve.
He said: “Our mission is to rescue Nigeria through people-oriented leadership built on character, competence, capacity, commitment, and compassion.
“As we embark on the NDC party primaries today, we must bear in mind that it will not be possible for all contestants to emerge victorious. In every democratic process, winners and losers will emerge. We therefore anticipate that there could be setbacks and pushbacks arising from competing political interests. We must be guided accordingly and demonstrate sportsmanship at all times.
“As loyal party members, we must not permit temporary disappointments arising from political aspirations to derail our mission and the unity we have carefully built.
“We want to encourage everyone contesting that any concerns, grievances, or observations arising from today’s exercise should be addressed through the party’s internal mechanisms. We must avoid resorting to court litigation, as this is inimical to the progress of our collective resolve.”
Tanko reminded aspirants that NDC’s political opponents are paying close attention in order to take advantage of any internal party crises ‘we may experience.”
“Shortly after the primaries, our attention must be directed toward closing ranks and working together to achieve our collective mission of securing victory in the 2027 presidential elections and building a new Nigeria where the child of nobody can become somebody without knowing anybody. A New Nigeria is Possible,” he added.
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Labour Party in Rivers State has elected Chima Ernest Boms as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general election.
Boms emerged through the party’s consensus nomination process, having been the sole aspirant for the position.
His candidacy was ratified by party members across the 23 local government areas of the state during a special nomination congress.
Announcing the result in Port Harcourt on Saturday, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee and Returning Officer, retired Colonel Emeka Osuagu, said the process complied with the Labour Party Constitution, the Electoral Act, and the party’s electoral guidelines.
Osuagu stated that Boms was duly affirmed by party members and delegates during the special nomination congress and had satisfied all constitutional and procedural requirements for nomination.
He said, “Declaration statement for the sole aspirant or consensus candidate ratifies at the special nomination congress by affirmation at various constituencies and returned at the State Collation Center, where official positions for all positions will be declared and formal returned made.
“I, Cornel retired Emeka C. Osuagu hereby affirm that I am the Returning Officer of the Labour Party for the gubernatorial primary election held on the 30th day of May, 2026.
“I further affirm that Chima Ernest Boms contested the governorship primary election as the sole aspirant of the party and was duly ratified and affirmed by the majority of members/delegates of the party and special nomination congress, conducted in accordance with the constitution of the Labour Party, the Electoral Act, 2026 and the Labour Party Electoral Guidelines 2026.
“Accordingly, even certified all constitutional and procedural requirements, Chima Ernest Boms is hereby declared the winner and duly returned elected as the governorship candidate for the 2027 general election.
“Chima Ernest Boms will be contesting the governorship position in 2027.”
Speaking after his emergence, Boms said Nigeria requires comprehensive reforms in critical sectors, including security, education, power, healthcare, and the economy.
He stressed the need to strengthen the country’s security architecture and improve the quality of education, noting that greater emphasis should be placed on learning outcomes rather than the acquisition of certificates alone.
The Labour Party candidate also called for increased investment in electricity generation and improvements in the healthcare sector to enhance the well-being of citizens.
On the economy, Boms said efforts must be made to improve the ease of doing business in Rivers State to create opportunities for residents and reduce dependence on government.
He said the Labour Party would unveil its policies and programmes at the appropriate time, adding that the family remains the foundation of the party’s philosophy.
According to him, many societal challenges can be addressed when families are strengthened and function effectively.
Other candidates who emerged through the Labour Party’s consensus nomination process include the party’s 2023 governorship candidate, Beatrice Itubo, for the Rivers East Senatorial District; Kinanee Sam for the Rivers South-East Senatorial District; Izu Ibisime for the Rivers South-West Senatorial District; and Chizunemma Godwin for the Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency, among others.
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ABUJA — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, for the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has said his administration would make the office of the Vice President an active partner in governance and not a ceremonial position.
Obi stated this on Saturday while accepting his affirmation as the party’s presidential candidate and announcing Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election.
In a statement posted on his X platform, Obi pledged to uphold the rule of law, strengthen democratic institutions and ensure transparency in governance if elected president.
According to him, the rule of law would be strictly observed by both public officials and citizens in line with constitutional provisions.
“The rule of law will be fiercely upheld, and adherence to it will be sacrosanct for both government officials and citizens alike, strictly in accordance with our constitutional frameworks,” he said.
Obi also promised to promote a democratic system that respects opposition parties and guarantees inclusive governance.
“Our democracy will exemplify true governance of the people, by the people and for the people, completely free from interference by the ruling party. Instead, we will institutionalise deep respect for opposition parties and foster constructive engagement in governance.
“Under my leadership, democracy will be pursued with integrity, fairness and transparency,” he stated.
Speaking on the role of his running mate, Obi said the vice president under his administration would play a meaningful role in governance.
“I will make democracy work, and the Vice President will be a partner, not a spare tyre. I hereby accept my affirmation and nominate Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso as my Vice President,” he said.
Obi expressed confidence that the partnership would contribute to his vision of national renewal, improved governance and economic transformation.
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Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso on Sunday accepted his ratification as the vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC.
NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi had announced Kwankwaso as his running mate after emerging as the party’s 2027 flag bearer yesterday.
Kwankwaso expressed humility over his choice as Obi’s running mate.
Posting on X, Kwankwaso wrote: “It was a profound honour to join fellow party members at the special affirmation ceremony of His Excellency, Peter Obi, as the Presidential Candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general elections.
“I am particularly humbled and deeply honoured by my ratification as the party’s Vice Presidential Candidate.
“I extend my sincere gratitude to the National Leader of the NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, and all other leaders for this bold and visionary decision.
“It clearly reflects the NDC’s unwavering commitment to national unity, democratic consolidation, and purposeful leadership as we prepare for the 2027 elections. – RMK”
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