NDC to use direct primaries for state assembly candidates
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has decided to use direct primaries for selecting its State Assembly candidates. The party leadership approved this after adopting the screening committee’s report, which followed extensive deliberations with key stakeholders. The process will allow all aspirants who purchased Expression of Interest forms to participate in the primaries within their constituencies. Moses Cleopas, Peter Obi, and other senior officials attended the meeting where the decision was made.
Key takeaways
- NDC approved direct primaries for State Assembly positions after adopting the screening committee’s report.
- The screening committee, chaired by former Ebonyi State Governor Sam Egwu, screened aspirants across the country for nearly one week.
- All aspirants who purchased Expression of Interest forms can participate in the primaries within their constituencies.
- Primary election teams made up of senior officials and party administrators will oversee the exercise in all states.
- The party warned against violence and announced plans to set up an appeal panel to handle complaints from the primaries.
