Nigeria Democratic Congress
Coverage of Nigeria Democratic Congress in the Nexus archive.
- Nigeria: Peter Obi Names Education, Health As Most Critical Sectors of Any Nation's Economy
Peter Obi emphasized that education and health sectors are the most critical components of any nation's economy. He made the remarks as a presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
- Nigeria: Plateau, Benue Killings - Nigeria Cannot Prosper While Innocent Blood Flows - Obi
Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, condemned recent killings in Benue and Plateau states, stating Nigeria cannot prosper while innocent citizens are killed by violence.
- Nigeria: Alledged Wrong Parking - Why Peter Obi May Not Apologise, Pay N25,000 Airport Fine - Udim
Senior Partner at Justice Chambers, Ekemini Udim, has outlined reasons why Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), may refuse to apologize to airport officials and pay a N25,000 fine for an alleged parking violation at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja.
- Lawsuits threaten Nigerian opposition challenge to Tinubu
Nigerian opposition parties African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) face de-registration by a court following lawsuits, threatening their challenge to President Bola Tinubu in January’s elections. Experts and party leaders argue the rulings violate judicial procedures and threaten Nigeria’s democracy.
- Nigeria: Oyo Abduction - Makinde Told Me Tinubu Never Called - Shouldn't Seek Re-Election - Obi
Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate for 2027, claimed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde told him President Bola Tinubu had not contacted him over 50 days after an abduction of schoolchildren in the state. Obi described this as evidence of a worsening leadership crisis.
- Nigeria: Ganduje Denies Defection Rumours, Says He Remains in APC
Abdullahi Umar Ganduje denied reports of defecting to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), stating he remains a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
- Kwankwaso threatens N10bn lawsuit against Primate Ayodele
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2027 vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has threatened to file a N10 billion lawsuit against Primate Babatunde Ayodele of the Evangelical Spiritual Church.
- NDC absent as APC, others contest Kano federal bye-election
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) is not participating in the upcoming Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency by-election in Kano State, while the All Progressives Congress (APC), Labour Party (LP), and Allied Peoples Movement (APM) are competing. The by-election is scheduled for Saturday.
- Nigeria: NDC Rejects Personality Cult Politics, Mandates Disclosure of Campaign Funds
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has stated it will not operate as a personality-driven political platform and has introduced measures requiring candidates to fully disclose campaign funds during elections.
- Should Jonathan run (away)?, By Wole Olaoye
The article questions whether Goodluck Jonathan will re-enter politics to challenge Senator Seriake Dickson, leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and explores the motivations behind such a move.
- Nigeria’s opposition divided, incumbent Tinubu eyes second term
Nigerian politician Peter Obi will run for president in January elections, ensuring opposition to Bola Tinubu remains fragmented. Obi, second runner-up in the 2023 ballot, was ratified as the Nigeria Democratic Congress party's candidate and pledged to address insecurity and expand health insurance coverage.
- Former Nigerian VP Atiku wins election nomination
Atiku Abubakar won the African Democratic Congress nomination to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2024 election. The opposition coalition has fractured, with Peter Obi leaving to form the Nigeria Democratic Congress, potentially splitting the opposition vote.