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2027: NDC names Dickson campaign chair, Obi co-chair

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has named Seriake Dickson as chairman and Peter Obi as co-chairman of its National Campaign Council for the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ndc-names-dickson-campaign-chair-obi-co-chair/

2027: NDC names Dickson campaign chair, Obi co-chair

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has named a list of prominent individuals to its National Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections. In a statement posted on its X account, the party announced the appointments made by its National Leader, Senator Henry Dickson, as chairman and presidential candidate Peter Obi as co-chairman. The council will be responsible for coordinating campaign activities across the country and mobilizing support for their vision of a "new, just, and prosperous Nigeria".

Other members of the council include Senator Cleopas Zuwoghe as vice-chairman, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Senator Babachir Lawal as co-vice-chairmen, and Ikenna Enekweizu as council secretary and NDC National Secretary. Alh. Sidi Bomi Abdul, Babatunde F. Alli, Ovie Omo Agege, Victor Umeh, Ibrahim Hussain Abdulkarim, Engr. Buba Galadima, Prof. Yakubu Ochefu, Professor Mahmud Gambo Jahun, Hon. Moshood Salvador, Mrs. Dudu Manuga, Hon. Victor Ogene, and Hon. Muktar Usman are also listed among the council's leadership.

The council aims to provide strategic leadership and drive a "people-centred and issue-based campaign" ahead of the 2027 polls. The NDC has urged its members, supporters, and Nigerians to remain united and focused as they prepare for the elections.

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