Former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson has assured aspirants of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) that the party’s primaries will be conducted on a fair and transparent basis without preferential treatment for any candidate.

Dickson, who is the national leader of the NDC, made the declaration in a statement shared on his X account on Friday as the party conducted its primaries across the country ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to him, no aspirant has been endorsed by the party leadership, stressing that all contestants enjoy equal rights and protection within the party.

“All aspirants have equal protection, and that is why I have not endorsed anyone, even in my home state. The same principle applies across the country,” Dickson stated.

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The former governor urged party members, aspirants and stakeholders to place the interests of the party and the country above personal ambitions during the exercise.

He described the NDC as a young political platform that had overcome significant challenges to meet deadlines set by the Independent National Electoral Commission.

“We have worked tirelessly every day, from morning till night, and under very difficult circumstances, to give life to our party,” he said.

Dickson appealed to party members to make sacrifices for the growth of the party and the strengthening of Nigeria’s democracy.

He reiterated that there were no preferred candidates in any state and encouraged aspirants to freely participate in the primaries.

The NDC leader also disclosed that future primary elections would be conducted electronically to reduce complaints and improve transparency in the process.

According to him, the party remains committed to protecting the interests of women, youths and persons with disabilities during the exercise.

Dickson further announced that the party leadership would establish an appeal committee to address complaints and grievances arising from the primaries.

“Meanwhile, the party leadership will set up an Appeal Committee to listen to grievances and complaints that may arise from this exercise. We call on everyone to bear with the party regarding any inconveniences and shortcomings that may occur,” he added.