The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has commenced efforts to resolve internal disagreements in Kano State following a meeting with representatives of the Kwankwasiya movement, as the party reiterated its commitment to internal democracy and transparent candidate selection processes.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Osa Director, a delegation of the Kwankwasiya movement met behind closed doors with the National Leader of the NDC, Henry Seriake Dickson, and other party leaders.
According to the statement, the meeting was convened to address issues between the Kwankwasiya movement and legacy officials of the party in Kano State.
The party said the intervention by its national leadership was aimed at promoting unity, inclusion and broader participation among members ahead of the conclusion of its internal electoral processes.
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“The closed-door meeting was aimed at resolving the issues between the Kwankwasiya movement and the legacy officials of NDC in Kano State,” the statement said.
It added that Senator Dickson and the party leadership were actively mediating in the process to ensure that all stakeholders were carried along in the affairs of the party.
The NDC stressed that it would not impose candidates in Kano State or any other part of the country, maintaining that its leadership remained committed to the principles of internal democracy.
According to the party, the ongoing consultations are intended to foster consensus and strengthen confidence among members as preparations continue for future electoral contests.
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The statement described the meeting as productive, noting that discussions lasted several hours and focused on finding common ground among the concerned parties.
“The NDC leadership will not impose candidates in Kano State, and indeed across the nation, as the party cherishes the virtues of internal democracy,” it stated.
The development comes amid reports and speculations surrounding the outcome of the party’s primary elections in some states.
However, the NDC dismissed the authenticity of lists purportedly containing results of its primaries, saying no official results had been released by the party.
“The NDC has not released any official results of its primary elections in any state. Hence, the public and party members are urged to disregard any such list in circulation,” the statement added.
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Party officials said the clarification became necessary to prevent misinformation and reassure members that the leadership would follow due process in announcing the outcomes of its internal electoral exercises.
The party expressed confidence that ongoing consultations and reconciliation efforts would strengthen unity among members and further consolidate its commitment to democratic principles and inclusive participation.
