The Nigeria Democratic Congress has denied allegations that donations and levies raised from aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections were diverted, insisting that all funds contributed to the party were paid into its designated account and managed by the appropriate party organs.
The party, in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, described reports and allegations surrounding its candidate selection and financing process as a deliberate campaign of misinformation and propaganda allegedly being promoted by disgruntled elements.
The denial comes amid growing political activities and preparations by political parties and aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections, with emerging political platforms seeking to strengthen their structures, recruit members and raise funds for electioneering activities.
The NDC, which has been positioning itself as an opposition platform ahead of the polls, said its status as a party without elected office holders had made it necessary to seek financial support from members, stakeholders, aspirants and other supporters.
Director said, “As a new party without a president, governors, ministers, or other holders of public office, the task of building and sustaining the party posed an existential challenge. The NDC therefore took a proactive decision to solicit financial support from aspirants, stakeholders, and members of the public to fund party operations. This is provided for in the party’s constitution.
“All such contributions, levies, and donations were paid directly into the designated party account and received and managed by the appropriate organs of the party. It is standard practice worldwide for political parties to receive donations, levies, and contributions from members, supporters, and stakeholders.”
The spokesman also defended the NDC National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, against allegations that he personally demanded or received money from aspirants, insisting that all contributions were properly documented.
