The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has formally welcomed former Zamfara Central Senator Kabir Marafa, who defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the NDC.
Dickson described the move as a significant boost to the party’s expanding national presence ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement shared on his official Facebook page on Tuesday, he noted that Marafa joined the party alongside a large group of supporters from Zamfara State.
The former Bayelsa State governor added that Marafa was received in the presence of the NDC National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee, where he was also acknowledged as the party’s leader in Zamfara State.
According to Dickson, “It was a pleasure to receive my friend and brother, Distinguished Senator Kabir Marafa into the NDC alongside his teeming supporters.”
He added that the party’s leadership warmly welcomed the former lawmaker following his declaration to advance the NDC’s vision and expand its presence in Zamfara, expressing confidence in Marafa’s capacity to promote peace, stability and development in the state under the NDC platform.
while calling on residents to support the party’s ideals, he used the opportunity to urge Nigerians to continue registering as members of the party, particularly those interested in contesting elective positions or holding party offices, ahead of its upcoming primaries.
He explained that the party’s congresses are scheduled to hold next week nationwide, stressing the need for peaceful and orderly conduct as the NDC consolidates its structures across the country.
“We call for peaceful and orderly congresses across the country, where leaders will harmonise our structures nationwide as our party continues to grow,” he explained.
Dickson further claimed that within three months of its formation, the NDC has emerged as one of the fastest-growing political parties in Nigeria, asserting that it is already the third largest party in the country.
He maintained that the party remains free of internal disputes and litigation, urging the public to disregard what he described as misinformation aimed at undermining its progress.
He also acknowledged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for uploading the party’s logo and details of its officials on its website, describing it as confirmation of the NDC’s compliance with regulatory requirements.
He expressed optimism that the party would continue to attract more members and strengthen its foothold nationwide in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.