The leadership of the National Democratic Congress on Wednesday adopted the report of its screening committee and approved direct primaries for State Assembly positions ahead of its forthcoming party primaries.
The decision was reached after what the party described as “extensive deliberations” involving the National Working Committee, the Selection Committee, and other critical stakeholders.
A statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, said the meeting was attended by the party’s National Chairman, Moses Cleopas; NDC presidential aspirant, Peter Obi, and other senior officials.
The director added that the screening committee, chaired by former Ebonyi State Governor, Sam Egwu, submitted its report after nearly one week of screening aspirants across the country.
He said, “The NDC commends the Screening Committee for its diligence, professionalism, and sacrifice throughout the rigorous screening process, which lasted nearly one week and involved an overwhelming number of aspirants across the country.”
