Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has firmly rejected allegations of irregularities in its candidate selection and financing processes, insisting that there were no illegal payments or favouritism in the selection of its candidates for the 2027 general elections. The party, in a statement issued on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, said its decision to seek donations, levies, and contributions from members, aspirants, and supporters was lawful, strategic, and provided for in its constitution.
The NDC explained that as a new political party without a sitting president, governor, minister, or other public office holder, it faced significant financial challenges in building a nationwide political structure within a short period. It said it therefore adopted a proactive fundraising strategy to support its operations and electoral activities, adding that all contributions were paid directly into designated party accounts, receipted, and managed by the appropriate organs of the party.
The party specifically denied allegations that its National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, demanded or received money from aspirants for personal use. "The National Leader of our party neither demanded nor received any money from any aspirant for personal use. All funds were duly received, receipted, and accounted for in line with global best practices," the party said. It also rejected claims that its tickets were sold to aspirants, saying the presidential and vice-presidential tickets were offered free of charge based on the party's assessment of the candidates. "Does that mean that party tickets were sold in the NDC? The presidential and vice-presidential tickets were offered free of charge because of our belief in the quality of the candidates. The same applied to several other candidates," the party said.
The NDC accused unnamed opposition figures and "sponsored elements" of circulating the allegations in an attempt to damage its image and undermine its growing popularity. It challenged anyone claiming to have paid money to an individual outside its designated account to come forward with evidence, promising that the party would not shield anyone found culpable. The party said it was considering legal action against those it accused of spreading false information about its finances and candidate selection process. It also said it would render a full account of its finances as required by the Electoral Act and guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The NDC maintained that its fundraising efforts were necessary for building a national opposition party and fielding candidates across the country ahead of the 2027 elections. "Our party is funded not by stolen funds from government treasuries at any level, but by donations, levies, and contributions from members, stakeholders, and well-wishers," the party said. It urged the media, its members, and the public to disregard what it described as false narratives, insisting that it remained committed to transparency, due process, and justice.
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