Nigeria’s opposition party NDC holds high-level consultations as it confronts internal disputes. Multiple reports say NDC National Leader Seriake Dickson meets with presidential candidate Peter Obi in a closed-door session lasting nearly three hours. Dickson and Obi both describe the meeting as part of efforts to address tensions within the party following concerns about the conduct of the NDC primaries and related grievances.
According to the reports, the discussions come amid allegations of irregularities during the primaries. Dickson had earlier acknowledged that the process was not flawless. The party also faces renewed strain after running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso, Obi’s campaign partner, publicly raises concerns that candidates aligned with his Kwankwasiyya Movement were allegedly replaced to enforce a 60/40 power-sharing arrangement.
One outlet reports that Dickson announces the dispute is resolved after consultations involving key figures, including Obi and Professor Pat Utomi. The resolution is presented as agreement on how to move forward, with both Dickson and Obi stressing unity and continued focus on the broader goal of contesting Nigeria’s APC-led government. The reports also urge party members to reduce internal bickering as the election campaign proceeds.
