ABT NEWS (ABUJA) — In a major political development that has triggered widespread celebration across various quarters, the former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, is officially on course to become the flag bearer of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 presidential election.
This follows the official closure of the sale of presidential nomination forms by the NDC leadership, with Obi emerging as the sole aspirant to purchase and submit the expression of interest form for the nation’s top job.
A Clear Path to the Presidential Ticket
According to top party insiders who spoke to ABT NEWS, the deadline for the purchase and submission of presidential forms expired without any other contender stepping into the ring. This unprecedented development effectively clears the path for the former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, placing him in an undisputed position to clinch the NDC ticket, pending the conclusion of formal internal party procedures.
The news has sparked massive jubilation among party faithful, political analysts, and supporters who view Obi’s sole candidacy as a strategic consolidation of opposition forces ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Screening to Begin as Sales for Other Offices Continue
While the window for the presidency has officially slammed shut, the NDC has made it clear that the race for other elective offices remains wide open.
- Extended Sales: Forms for Governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and State House of Assembly seats will remain available for purchase until May 24, 2026.
- The Screening Timetable: The party’s screening committee is scheduled to vet all aspirants across the board from May 19 to May 26, 2026. Candidates who successfully scale through this rigorous screening process will then proceed to officially obtain their nomination forms.
Strict Adherence to the Timetable
The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has firmly reiterated that it will tolerate no administrative lapses. The party emphasized that there will be no extensions beyond the stated deadlines, sternly urging all aspirants, stakeholders, and party structures to strictly comply with the established electoral guidelines and timetable.
With Peter Obi standing alone at the peak of the NDC’s presidential structure, political observers believe this smooth transition marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape. All eyes now turn to the upcoming screening exercise as the NDC prepares its vanguard for the 2027 polls.
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