The Nigeria Democratic Congress has strongly denied the authenticity of a list of candidates circulating on social media for elections in Imo, Abia, and Anambra states, describing it as fake and unauthorized. The party said its genuine list had already been submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission through official channels, in line with the Electoral Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
National Secretary Ikenna Enekweizu urged members and the public to disregard the documents, alleging they were fabricated by \u201cmischief makers\u201d intent on sowing confusion and distracting the party from its preparations. He added that investigations had begun to trace the source of the false lists and determine how they were disseminated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The NDC, a relatively new entrant in Nigeria\u2019s political landscape, has positioned itself as an alternative to the country\u2019s dominant parties. It has fielded candidates across several states and is working to expand its national presence ahead of the 2026 general elections, where it hopes to challenge the long-standing dominance of the APC and PDP. The party\u2019s leadership has emphasized reformist ideals and promised to provide Nigerians with a credible alternative platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The controversy has sparked wide reactions. Supporters on social media expressed anger, accusing rivals of attempting to undermine the party\u2019s credibility. Some users suggested the incident was part of a broader strategy to weaken emerging parties, while critics mocked the NDC, claiming the episode reflected poor internal organization. Opposition parties seized on the uproar, with spokespeople from the APC and PDP questioning the NDC\u2019s ability to maintain cohesion and discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities at INEC reminded voters that only lists submitted through official party channels are recognized, warning against reliance on social media documents. Legal experts also weighed in, noting that the deliberate circulation of false electoral information could be punishable under Nigeria\u2019s cybercrime and electoral laws. They cautioned that such acts not only mislead voters but also erode trust in the electoral process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the uproar, the NDC reassured members of its commitment to unity and its broader objective of offering Nigerians a credible alternative political platform. The party said it would continue to pursue its agenda of reform and inclusion, while working to identify and hold accountable those responsible for spreading false information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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