The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has defended its anti-defection policy, which mandates candidates to sign legal documents committing to vacate their positions if they defect after winning elections.
Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Thursday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, explained that the policy is enshrined in Article 16 of the NDC constitution.
“Any member of our party should have read through our constitution which clearly states in Article 16 that they must give an affidavit to remain in the party once elected,” he said.
The directive applies to candidates contesting governorship, National Assembly, and other elective positions under the NDC platform. According to Director, the measure is designed to strengthen democratic values and discourage political opportunism.
“Politicians are interested in elections, while statesmen are interested in nation building. NDC is a party interested in holistic growth and development of Nigeria. To that extent, we will encourage other parties to adopt this policy, to deepen the tentacles of democracy and the rule of law,” he added.
The party insists that the anti-defection clause will help stabilize Nigeria’s political system by ensuring elected officials remain loyal to the platform on which they secured their mandate.
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