In preparation for the 2027 general elections, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has commenced the screening of Prince Adewole Adebayo and several other presidential aspirants. The exercise, which took place at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday, marks a critical step toward selecting a candidate to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
National Chairman Professor Sadiq Gombe announced that the party has established over four committees to ensure a smooth convention process. These include the Screening Committee, Electoral Committee, Convention Committee, and multiple sub-committees, each tasked with specific responsibilities to guarantee a transparent and credible process.
Gombe stated that the screening covers all aspirants vying for various positions, including the presidency, governorship seats across Nigeria’s 36 states, National Assembly seats, and State Houses of Assembly. He expressed confidence in the committee members’ competence and integrity, urging them to act with diligence, fairness, and transparency.
Air Vice Marshal Sadiq Abubakar Lima, who chairs the Screening Committee, emphasized the need for strict adherence to party rules. He reminded members to carry out their duties with integrity, regardless of personal familiarity with the aspirants.