The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced a series of far-reaching measures aimed at strengthening internal democracy, enforcing accountability, and institutionalising the party as a formidable political platform ahead of future electoral contests.
The resolutions were reached at the party’s second National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting and were contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director.
According to the party, all governments elected on the platform of the NDC will be required to consult the party structure before making key policy decisions, appointments, and implementing programmes, except in cases involving personal staff appointments.
The party stressed that it remains supreme over individual interests, urging members to align their personal ambitions and activities with the collective goals and ideology of the NDC.
As part of efforts to strengthen party discipline, the NEC approved the establishment of a comprehensive Code of Conduct for party officials and candidates. A committee headed by the National Legal Adviser has been mandated to develop the framework and operational guidelines for the code.
The party also announced the inauguration of a National Reconciliation Committee tasked with engaging and reconciling aggrieved members following recent political activities and internal contests.
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The NEC further resolved that all affiliated groups and non-governmental organisations associated with the party must operate under its guidance and control and should not function independently of, or parallel to, established party structures.
Reaffirming its commitment to long-term growth, the NDC declared that it is being built as a lasting institution rather than a personality-driven organisation, political movement, or special-purpose vehicle.
The party called on members to remain committed to its ideals and contribute to its sustainability for future generations, stressing that loyalty to the party and the national interest must take precedence over personal considerations.
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On financial management, the NDC pledged to enforce strict accountability in the use of party resources. It stated that party funds must be utilised solely for party business, while candidates at all levels will be required to fully disclose campaign funding sources and contributions.
According to the resolutions, all campaign funds must be channelled through designated party campaign accounts at the local government, state, zonal, and national levels, including presidential and governorship campaign accounts where applicable.
