NDC disowns fake candidate lists for Imo, Abia, Anambra elections
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disowned lists of candidates circulating for elections in Imo, Abia, and Anambra states.
- The party stated it is investigating the source of these fake lists.
- The NDC has not yet disclosed the details of the candidates officially submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has issued a strong denial regarding circulating candidate lists for upcoming elections in Imo, Abia, and Anambra states. The party leadership stated that these lists are fraudulent and do not represent their official candidates.
An investigation has been launched to uncover the origin of these fake lists. The NDC is actively working to identify those responsible for disseminating misinformation about their electoral slate. The party emphasized its commitment to transparency and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
While the investigation is ongoing, the NDC has not yet released the names of the candidates who have been officially submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This move aims to prevent further confusion and ensure that the public receives accurate information directly from the party.
Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.