The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on Friday in Abuja announced the formation of a 20-member National Selection Committee to handle the screening and selection process for aspirants seeking governorship and National Assembly tickets ahead of the 2026 elections.
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The party said the committee was approved by its national leadership following recommendations from the National Working Committee as part of preparations for its upcoming primaries across the country.
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According to the party, the committee will review reports from the screening stage, assess the outcomes, and take decisions on which aspirants will move forward in the selection process. It also stated that the arrangement is aimed at producing candidates that enjoy broad support within the party.
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The NDC named Moses Cleopas as chairman of the committee, while the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, will serve as secretary. Other members of the panel include Babatunde Ali, Sidi Bomi, Mohammed Zuwo, Danlami Arabs, Fredrick Owotorufa, Teddy Obey, Barnabas J. Ejisi, Adedayo Ekong, Yunusa Tanko, Moses Paul, Buba Galadima, Aminu Abdulsalam, Danladi Abdulhamid, Udenta Udenta, Reuben Egwuaba, Dudu Manuga, Grace Onyekusiobi and Shittu Mohammed.
The party explained that only aspirants who pass screening and receive clearance from the committee will be allowed to purchase nomination forms for the elections.
It also added that the structure is meant to support agreement among aspirants where possible, while also maintaining internal order ahead of the primaries.
Where consensus is not reached, the party said direct primaries will be held between May 28 and May 30 in line with its electoral timetable.
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