NDC Guidelines for Primary Election Aspirants

As the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) conducts its nationwide primary elections, all aspirants are expected to adhere strictly to the party’s electoral guidelines and democratic principles. The guidelines are designed to ensure a transparent, credible, peaceful, and fair nomination process.
Key Guidelines for Aspirants
Respect Party Constitution and Electoral Rules
All aspirants must conduct their campaigns in accordance with the NDC Constitution, Electoral Guidelines, and Code of Conduct.
Issue-Based Campaigns
Aspirants are encouraged to focus on policies, competence, leadership vision, and service delivery rather than personal attacks against fellow contestants.
No Intimidation or Violence
The party maintains zero tolerance for violence, threats, harassment, voter intimidation, or the use of thugs during the primary process.
Respect for Delegates and Voters
Delegates and eligible party members must be allowed to make their choices freely without coercion, inducement, or undue influence.
Compliance with Electoral Committee Directives
Aspirants and their supporters must obey instructions issued by the designated Electoral Committee and party officials overseeing the primaries.
Acceptance of Democratic Outcomes
All contestants are expected to respect the outcome of the primaries and utilize established internal mechanisms for dispute resolution where necessary.
Promotion of Party Unity
Aspirants should avoid actions capable of causing division within the party before, during, and after the primaries.
Prohibition of Vote Buying
Any form of vote trading, financial inducement, or material incentives aimed at influencing delegates is prohibited.
Orderly Conduct of Supporters
Aspirants are responsible for ensuring that their supporters conduct themselves peacefully and in accordance with party regulations.
Commitment to the Party’s Vision
All aspirants must uphold the values of accountability, transparency, justice, good governance, and democratic participation which form the foundation of the NDC.
Message to Aspirants
The NDC primaries are not merely a contest for party tickets; they are a test of the party’s commitment to democratic values. Every aspirant is therefore expected to demonstrate maturity, discipline, and sportsmanship while allowing members to freely determine who will carry the party’s banner in future elections.
A credible primary election strengthens the party, unites members, and prepares NDC for electoral victory at the general elections.