The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, has dismissed claims of a faction within the party, insisting that his leadership remains the only legitimate authority.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday in Abuja, Dr. Ahmed refuted reports of a faction led by Boniface Aniebonam, which claimed to have taken control of the party and held a convention that elected Agbo Major as the national chairman alongside other national officers.
He clarified that NNPP has not conducted any national convention recently and has not inaugurated a new National Working Committee (NWC).
According to Ahmed, the current NWC was constituted in 2020 under the supervision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in compliance with Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution and the Electoral Act, 2022.
‘Only One NNPP Exists’ – Ahmed
Dr. Ahmed accused former members, allegedly backed by politicians fearful of the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections, of attempting to undermine the party’s credibility.
He dismissed the Aniebonam-led faction as individuals who have repeatedly lost court battles and are now seeking relevance.
“Let me inform you and, through you, the world, that there is only one NNPP under my leadership as its National Chairman, and our NWC, recognized by law and registered with INEC, is the true NNPP,” Ahmed declared.
He emphasized that the party’s official logo, as recognized by INEC, consists of red, white, and red colors, with a book and academic cap at the center, and the slogan “Education for All.”
Ahmed also accused the faction of defying court rulings, noting that an April 2024 Federal High Court ruling had already dismissed them as impostors.
He condemned their recent gathering in Lagos, calling it an illegal convention, despite an existing court injunction against it.
Calls for INEC’s Intervention
The NNPP Chairman urged INEC to enforce compliance with electoral laws and monitor political parties accordingly.
He also called on the media to use the party’s authentic logo and dismiss misleading reports about the party’s leadership.
“We want to clarify once again that NNPP does not operate from Apapa, and no convention was held in any hotel lobby in Lagos.
“Our NWC was inaugurated in April 2022 for a four-year term, and our headquarters remains in Abuja, in full compliance with the law,” he reiterated.
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