ABUJA, NIGERIA — Dickson has announced that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restored the National Democratic Coalition (NDC)’s access to its candidate nomination portal, a development he said allows the party to proceed with the submission of its candidates.
According to Dickson, the electoral commission reopened the portal after earlier concerns over the party’s access to the online platform used for candidate nominations. He said the decision enables the NDC to upload the names of its candidates in line with INEC’s nomination process despite ongoing legal proceedings involving the party.
Dickson stated that the restoration of the portal means the NDC can continue its preparations for future elections, including the nomination of key candidates such as Peter Obi, whose name has been linked with the party in recent political discussions. He maintained that the party remains committed to complying with all electoral guidelines issued by INEC.
At the time of filing this report, INEC had not publicly confirmed Dickson’s claims through an official statement. Extra News Nigeria could also not independently verify the exact circumstances surrounding the reported restoration of the portal or the legal issues referenced by the party.
The development comes as political parties continue to intensify preparations ahead of future electoral activities. Access to INEC’s nomination portal is a critical stage in the electoral process because it allows political parties to submit the names and details of candidates within timelines set by the commission.
Political observers say any dispute involving candidate nominations or access to the electoral portal could have significant implications for affected parties. They note that the resolution of pending legal matters and any clarification from INEC will determine the next steps for the NDC and its prospective candidates.
The reported restoration of the portal is likely to attract attention from party supporters and other political stakeholders. Many Nigerians will now await an official response from INEC and the outcome of the legal proceedings to better understand how the development could affect the country’s evolving political landscape.
