In light of the present political happenings in the nation, Seriake Dickson, the founder and national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that the party is prepared to accept politicians looking for a new platform.
Dickson said this while discussing the party’s future intentions in light of its recent Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) registration.
In February, the NDC was officially registered as a political party by the electoral board.
Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State and Senate representative for Bayelsa West, declared on March 5 that he had joined the recently registered party.
In an effort to reach more people nationwide, the party introduced a digital site for membership registration a few days later on March 15.
The legislator claims that Nigerians looking for a reliable political platform are welcome to join the NDC.
“Any Nigerian who is now powerless and wants a change can join our party,” he declared.
Dickson added that the party is ready to accept politicians who feel politically dislocated as a result of the nation’s recent events.
He added, “The NDC is also available to all politicians who are stranded as a result of the country’s political developments and who need a platform that is clean and unencumbered with any political crisis.”
In contrast to conventional political systems, he said the party is based on ideals and service.
He continued, “The NDC is an ideological party and stands for a new brand of politics of ideas and service.”
Dickson claimed that some political players were uneasy about the NDC’s formation and quick expansion.
“I have bad news for those who spread propaganda and false information, as well as their sponsors: they haven’t seen anything yet.” He declared, “The NDC is here to stay and will mobilize throughout Nigeria.”
He called on Nigerians to support the party’s movement both domestically and abroad.
“They should be reminded that no force can stop an idea whose time has come, even though some may feel threatened by our momentum,” he stated.
Dickson continued, quoting Mahatma Gandhi, the champion of Indian independence: “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, and then you win.” The NDC will prevail.
Dickson’s comments coincide with the present conflict within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after INEC de-recognized its leadership as a result of ongoing legal proceedings.
In anticipation of next elections, there has been conjecture on potential political realignments.
The former governor also addressed Umar Ardo’s criticism, characterizing it as misdirected and party-sponsored propaganda.
Dickson added that considering their prior history, Ardo’s comments were unexpected.
He claims that once INEC lifted the ban on new political party registrations last year, the NDC resumed its registration procedure.
Dickson stated, “Dr. Ardo is aware of all of this because, as a friend, we spoke and he explained his frustrations stemming from INEC’s refusal to register the ADA.”
He continued by saying that he had counseled Ardo to take his complaints to court.
Dickson also emphasized that the NDC is not involved in the legal concerns pertaining to the ADA’s registration.
He stated, “I am aware of the difficulties he faces in court due to disagreements with other ADA proponents, and the NDC has nothing to do with this and therefore cannot bear any responsibility for his disappointment and frustration.”
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