2027: NDC to inaugurate presidential council October 20

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) plans to formally establish its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) on October 20, according to the party's National Chairman, Sen. Moses Cleopas. This announcement was made during a news conference in Abuja. The PCC structure has been developed by the National Working Committee (NWC) and is currently undergoing consultation with the party's presidential and vice-presidential candidates.

The aim of these consultations is to ensure that the key positions within the PCC reflect the experience, contributions, and expectations of the candidates who will lead the party's presidential campaign. The key positions under consideration include the roles of Director-General, Deputy Director-General, Finance Director, Director of Mobilisation, and spokesperson.

Cleopas emphasized the importance of making appropriate appointments to avoid potential disagreements that could disrupt the campaign. The NDC continues to prepare for the 2027 elections, despite concerns about the timing of the PCC inauguration. Presidential candidate Peter Obi and vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso have been actively engaging Nigerians through various consultations and town hall meetings in states such as Rivers, Sokoto, Kaduna, and Enugu.

The party is also in the process of deploying polling agents across the country to address election-day representation challenges and strengthen its ability to protect votes. Cleopas highlighted the significance of voter awareness and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant after casting their ballots to ensure that their votes are properly recorded and counted.

The party welcomes the involvement of support groups like the OK Movement and the Obidient Movement but cautions them to operate within their designated roles to prevent unnecessary friction and maintain the integrity of the electoral process.