Nigeria Democratic Congress Appoints Dickson, Obi, and Kwankwaso to Direct 2027 Campaign

By Niger Delta Youth Council October 25, 2026

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has formally announced the composition of its leadership team for the 2027 general elections campaign council. According to announcements shared on official digital platforms, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson has been selected to serve as the chairman of the national campaign council.

Alongside Senator Dickson, the party named its designated presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to assume the role of co-chairman. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the party's vice-presidential candidate, has been appointed to serve as the co-vice-chairman of the newly formed campaign structure.

Additional leadership positions within the council include the NDC National Chairman, Senator Cleopas Moses Zuwoghe, who will act as vice-chairman. Barrister Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, the national secretary, takes on the responsibility of council secretary, while Mallam Ibrahim Hussain Abdulkarim has been designated as the director-general.

Following the announcement, the party leadership issued an appeal to its entire membership base and supporters nationwide. The organisation emphasized the importance of maintaining unity and focus as preparations ramp up for the upcoming electoral contest to rescue the country.

Source reporting: Daily Post — 2026-10-25 19:51:50

This report was prepared using assisted newsroom research and remains subject to editorial review.

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