NDC Lagos Condemns “False, Misleading and Malicious” Publication Targeting State Leadership

 

The attention of the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Lagos State Chapter, has been drawn to a misleading and malicious publication currently circulating online under the title: “A Call For An Immediate Vote of No Confidence on the Failed Leadership of NDC Lagos.”

Ordinarily, the party would not dignify baseless propaganda and politically motivated attacks with a response. However, in the interest of our members, aspirants, supporters, and the general public, it has become necessary to set the record straight and correct the false narratives deliberately being spread to create confusion and disunity within the party.

First, we categorically reject the false allegations of extortion, exploitation, and coercion against the leadership of NDC Lagos State.

At no point were aspirants forced or compelled to make any unofficial payments. The only approved payments made by aspirants were the officially recognized screening fees as directed and approved by the National body of the party. Beyond this, party supporters and stakeholders were encouraged to make voluntary donations towards party activities and administration, which is a normal practice in political organizations across the country. These donations were entirely voluntary, and no aspirant or member was threatened, pressured, or denied participation for refusing to donate.

Contrary to the misleading claims in the publication, every legitimate payment made to the party was duly documented and acknowledged with official receipts. The insinuation that funds were secretly collected for personal enrichment is entirely false, reckless, and unsupported by any credible evidence.

It is important to clarify that the Lagos State Chapter is currently in the process of finalizing its official party account structure. Pending the completion of that process, temporary administrative arrangements were put in place strictly for operational convenience and accountability. The State Chairman is actively working to ensure the immediate establishment of a fully operational official party account, after which all party funds and records will be formally consolidated in line with proper financial procedures and transparency standards.

We also strongly reject the sensational claims suggesting that party officials are using aspirants’ funds for “luxury lifestyles,” “hotel bills,” or personal entertainment. These allegations are malicious fabrications designed solely to tarnish the image of hardworking party leaders. The reality remains that some party officials, including the State Chairman, often operate from temporary locations and accommodations due to logistics and proximity challenges, not for luxury or extravagance as falsely portrayed.

Furthermore, the publication failed to provide a single verifiable receipt, official document, bank statement, audio recording, or credible evidence to substantiate any of its claims. Instead, the article relied heavily on anonymous accusations, speculation, emotionally charged language, and politically motivated assumptions clearly intended to destabilize the growing structure of NDC Lagos State.

We are aware that certain individuals, uncomfortable with the growing acceptance, expansion, and internal progress of the party in Lagos State, are determined to sow discord and create unnecessary tension within the organization through misinformation and calculated propaganda. Unfortunately, this publication appears to be part of those desperate efforts to scatter the party structure and distract members from the important work of grassroots mobilization and political development currently ongoing across the state.

The leadership of NDC Lagos State remains fully committed to transparency, accountability, unity, and democratic values. We encourage all genuine members and stakeholders with concerns or grievances to make use of the party’s internal communication and resolution channels rather than resorting to public smear campaigns capable of damaging the collective image of the party.

NDC Lagos remains focused, united, and committed to building a credible political structure capable of delivering responsible leadership and genuine democratic representation for the people of Lagos State.

We therefore urge members of the public to disregard the publication in its entirety, as it does not reflect the true position, operations, or values of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Lagos State.

Signed,

NDC Lagos State Chapter

24th May, 2026