The Benue State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has issued a stern warning to all aspirants and party stakeholders, urging them to refrain from acquiring nomination forms through unauthorized outlets. The party emphasized that the sale of such forms has not yet been officially launched.
In a communiqué released by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Agile Ordedoo Bem, on behalf of the State Chairman, Mr. Ohini Ojegbe, the NDC advised aspirants who had previously obtained intent and expression of interest forms and taken part in the primary elections to exercise patience. The party clarified that only intent and expression of interest forms have been distributed so far, and the nomination forms will only be available at the NDC State Secretariat after the official list of successful candidates is announced.
The statement further stressed that the state leadership has not delegated any person or group to vend nomination forms on its behalf. Consequently, the party dissociates itself from any advertisements or sales occurring outside the party secretariat. Aspirants were cautioned against engaging with what the NDC termed “black market” channels for acquiring nomination forms, both within and outside Benue State.
The party also revealed that its national leadership is in the final stages of compiling candidate documentation nationwide and will soon publish the official list for public and media scrutiny. Reaffirming its dedication to a transparent process, the NDC expressed optimism about securing a significant number of elective positions in Benue State and across Nigeria in the upcoming elections. The statement concluded by urging aspirants and stakeholders to await official communication regarding the start of nomination form sales and the release of candidate names.