Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) national chairman Seriake Dickson says the party plans to “defeat federal might” in the 2027 general elections. Speaking in a post on X, the former Bayelsa State governor also says he will not allow the deployment of security operatives or armed thugs against voters during the polls. Dickson asserts that there should be no room for violence or intimidation and says the outcome of the election must reflect voters’ will. He calls on supporters to remain vigilant and to resist intimidation, oppression, violence, inducement, and attempts to undermine the election results through democratic means. Dickson further says the party has previously defeated federal might and expects to do so again, with him “leading from the front.” The reports also state that the NDC will contest the 2027 election with Peter Obi as its presidential candidate. The statements reflect the party’s election posture and concerns about security and alleged intimidation tactics, but do not provide specific evidence or details of any planned actions by government or opposition parties.