The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, explained that the financial challenges faced by many of its candidates affected the party’s expected revenue. He said the party decided to provide the forms free of charge to those who could not afford them.
Director blamed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the situation, arguing that its economic policies had contributed to hunger, poverty and deprivation among Nigerians.
He also dismissed speculation surrounding the party’s financial position, maintaining that its resources would have been stronger if more candidates had been able to pay for the forms.
As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability, the NDC announced plans to present its statement of account at its third National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for Monday, October 26, in Abuja.
The party’s National Treasurer, John Odey, is expected to present the financial statement during the meeting. The NDC also challenged other political parties, particularly the APC, to adopt similar measures in disclosing and managing their finances.
Another major activity planned for the meeting is the unveiling of the party’s National Campaign Council, which will coordinate its campaign activities for the presidential, National Assembly, governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections.
The party further disclosed that its candidates would receive their Certificates of Return for their respective elective positions during the gathering.
The NDC maintained that it was preparing for the 2027 elections and expressed its determination to present Nigerians with what it described as responsible and people-oriented leadership.
The APC had not responded to the allegations at the time of the report.
