ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A faction of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has formally distanced itself from the resolutions of the recent opposition coalition summit held in Ibadan, declaring that it neither participated in nor endorsed the gathering.
Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, factional leader Agbo Major insisted that the party was not represented in any official capacity at the meeting, warning against attempts to link the NNPP to decisions taken at the summit.
“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, nor was the party represented in any official capacity,” he said.
He further clarified that the presence of certain individuals claiming affiliation with the party at the summit should not be mistaken for legitimate representation, describing them as impostors seeking political relevance.
Major cautioned coalition organisers against allowing unauthorised persons to use the party’s name, stressing that such actions undermine internal discipline and credibility.
The development comes amid intensified efforts by opposition parties to form a united front ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the Ibadan summit resolving to field a single presidential candidate against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
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However, the NNPP faction’s withdrawal signals cracks within the broader opposition alliance.
On internal party matters, Major disclosed that the NNPP’s ongoing electronic membership registration exercise, launched two weeks ago, had recorded significant nationwide progress, adding that a review process was already underway to improve efficiency and transparency.
“Our goal remains to build a credible, technology-driven political institution that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians,” he said.
He also revealed that the party had recently engaged with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), requesting the upload of its recognised National Working Committee (NWC) on the commission’s official portal in line with existing court rulings.
Major warned that failure by INEC to comply could force the party to join calls for the removal of its chairman in defence of democratic principles.
The faction further raised concerns over alleged impersonation involving a purported letter to INEC by Ahmed Ajuji, whom it claimed is no longer a member of the party.
Citing multiple court judgments from Abia, the Federal Capital Territory and the Court of Appeal in Owerri, Major maintained that the dismissal of some former members, including Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and associates of the Kwankwassiya group, remains valid and binding.
He added that the party would not hesitate to initiate legal proceedings against individuals falsely presenting themselves as NNPP representatives.
Reaffirming its stance, the faction said it had already submitted its timetable for the 2027 elections to INEC and called on the commission to enforce all relevant court decisions without delay.
Despite the growing push for opposition unity, the NNPP faction’s position underscores deepening divisions that could shape coalition dynamics ahead of the next electoral cycle.