The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed a list of alleged party candidates for elections in Imo, Abia and Anambra states circulating on social media, saying the document is false and did not come from the party.
The clarification was made on Friday by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, who urged members, supporters and the general public to ignore the list. According to him, the names being shared online do not represent the party’s approved candidates for the affected states.
The party explained that the authentic list of candidates had already been submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) through the procedures required under the Electoral Act. It maintained that only candidates officially forwarded through the proper channels should be regarded as valid.
Enekweizu said the circulation of the alleged candidates’ list appeared to be the work of individuals seeking to create confusion within the party and mislead members ahead of upcoming elections. He stated that the party had no connection to the document and would not take responsibility for any information contained in it.
The NDC further disclosed that it had begun an internal investigation to trace the origin of the list and determine how it found its way into the public space. The party said it was examining possible sources of the document and the motives behind its circulation.
According to the party leadership, the spread of the unauthorised list is being treated as an attempt to distract the organisation from its political activities and create unnecessary tension among members in the affected states.
The party reassured its members that its leadership remains united and focused on its political objectives. It also urged supporters to rely only on information released through official party channels and avoid sharing unverified materials on social media.
NDC added that it remains committed to strengthening its structures and providing Nigerians with an alternative political platform as preparations continue for future elections across the country.