INEC confirms SDP leadership after nationwide verification
The Independent National Electoral Commission has officially affirmed the leadership of the Social Democratic Party following a thorough verification of its national structure and membership. Sadiq Gombe, the SDP National Chairman, announced the outcome at a press conference in Abuja. An 11-member INEC team conducted a comprehensive review, including physical identification of party leaders and examination of financial records. The verification comes as political parties prepare for the next general elections.
What we know
- Sadiq Gombe stated that INEC’s team verified the party’s National Executive Committee and National Working Committee in person.
- The review included scrutiny of financial records, staff responsibilities, and confirmation of the party’s presence across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
- INEC officials examined both electronic and hard copy membership registers, as well as documentation for the party’s headquarters.
- Sadiq Gombe emphasized that the current leadership emerged from a duly constituted NEC meeting held in March 2025, with INEC representatives present.
- The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal filed by INEC, allowing the current SDP leadership to consolidate its position.
