2027: NNPP Faction Rejects Ibadan Opposition Summit Resolutions

2027: NNPP Faction Rejects Ibadan Opposition Summit Resolutions

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), under the leadership of Dr Agbo Major, has distanced itself from the resolutions reached at the recent opposition political parties’ summit held in Ibadan, insisting that the party neither participated nor endorsed any agreement from the gathering.

Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, Major said the NNPP was not represented in any official capacity at the summit and warned that individuals he described as “expelled members” should not be used to misrepresent the party.

“The NNPP, as a registered political party, wishes to categorically distance itself from the just concluded opposition parties’ summit held in Ibadan. None of the recognised leaders of our great party attended that gathering,” he said.

He stressed that the presence of former or expelled members at the meeting should not be interpreted as NNPP participation, adding that such actions amount to impersonation and political misrepresentation.

The summit, which brought together several opposition groups, reportedly agreed to work toward a unified presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, a move aimed at challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). However, the NNPP faction insists it was not part of the discussions or resolutions.

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Dr Major also used the briefing to highlight ongoing internal reforms within the party, including its electronic membership registration exercise, which he said has recorded significant nationwide participation since its launch.

According to him, the party is currently reviewing the exercise with stakeholders, including aspirants and state executives, to strengthen transparency and organisational structure.

“Our goal remains to build a credible, technology-driven political institution that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians,” he added.

Major further disclosed that the NNPP has engaged with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the recognition of its leadership structure, citing existing court judgments affirming the legitimacy of its National Working Committee (NWC).

He warned that failure by INEC to comply with judicial pronouncements could trigger further political and legal action by the party, including calls for accountability within the electoral body.

The NNPP faction also accused certain individuals of impersonation, including alleged correspondence sent to INEC by Dr Ahmed Ajuji, whom it claims is no longer a member of the party.

Major referenced multiple court rulings from Abia State, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and the Court of Appeal in Owerri, which he said affirmed the expulsion of some former members, including factions linked to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.

He maintained that the rulings remain valid and binding, warning that the party would not hesitate to pursue legal action against anyone falsely parading themselves as NNPP representatives.

The faction added that it has already submitted its 2027 election timetable and activity schedule to INEC, urging the commission to enforce court decisions without delay to ensure internal stability and electoral compliance.

Meanwhile, the opposition coalition that held the Ibadan summit had earlier announced plans to field a consensus presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 elections, a development that continues to generate mixed reactions within Nigeria’s political landscape.

The NNPP faction reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, rule of law, and credible political leadership, stressing that it will not be associated with any coalition or resolution it did not authorise.

2027: NNPP Faction Rejects Ibadan Opposition Summit Resolutions