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By Genesis ogiri  Prince Chibueze Stanley Ona, a rising political figure and emerging voice of generational representation from Enugu State, has formally entered the legislative race after reportedly obtaining the nomination form of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to contest for the Nsukka/Igbo-Eze South Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. His political entry is already generating attention within local political circles, as observers describe him as part of a new wave of aspirants bringing youthful energy, reformist ideology, and constituency-focused engagement into the evolving democratic space. Widely projecting himself as a bridge between leadership and the grassroots, Prince Ona is positioning his candidacy around the principles of inclusive governance, participatory democracy, and equitable development delivery , with a strong emphasis on restoring public confidence in legislative representation. Speaking on his aspiration, he rea...

By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA - In a notable development within the evolving political landscape of Plateau State, Engr. Udya Mallum, a distinguished petrochemical engineer with over 23 years of post-graduate professional experience, has formally joined the senatorial contest after obtaining the nomination form of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to represent Plateau North Senatorial District . Mallum, whose professional trajectory spans over two decades of technical expertise and strategic industrial engagement, is widely regarded within professional and community circles as a technocrat with a robust orientation toward sustainable development and human capital advancement. Beyond his engineering pedigree, the aspirant has, over the past 12 years, championed structured grassroots empowerment initiatives cutting across agriculture, renewable energy engagement, and community security support systems—interventions that have reportedly impacted a considerable number of y...

By Genesis ogiri  Abuja — Frontline medical practitioner and public affairs advocate, Dr. Onyebuchi Emenike Okoro, has officially picked the nomination form under the platform of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Bende Federal Constituency in Abia State, in what political observers have described as a strategic political realignment capable of redefining the political trajectory and legislative direction of the constituency ahead of the next electoral cycle. Dr. Okoro, while addressing journalists and supporters shortly after securing the party’s nomination form, declared that his entrance into the race was born out of the urgent need to rescue the constituency from years of political stagnation, ineffective representation, and what he termed “leadership disconnected from the realities of the people.” The federal lawmaker hopeful lamented the widening infrastructural deficit and socio-economic challeng...

By Genesis ogiri  In a renewed push for transformational leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections, Dr. Igbinosa Ogbeide-Ihama has officially picked the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Oredo Federal Constituency, Edo State. Speaking with journalists shortly after obtaining the party forms, the frontline aspirant decried what he described as years of ineffective representation and developmental stagnation within the constituency, stressing that the people deserve responsive leadership capable of addressing their socio-economic realities. Dr. Ogbeide-Ihama noted that his decision to enter the race was informed by the urgent need to reposition Oredo Federal Constituency through purposeful representation, inclusive governance, and strategic development initiatives that would directly impact the lives of constituents. “Our people deserve leadership that is connected to t...

By Genesis ogiri  In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, Chief Adam Marbo has officially obtained the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the Warri Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, unveiling a reform-oriented agenda anchored on inclusive governance, effective representation, and people-centered leadership. Addressing journalists shortly after the procurement of his party nomination forms, Chief Marbo articulated a deliberate political philosophy centred on transformative representation, stressing that legislative service must translate into visible socio-economic impact within constituents’ daily lived experiences. He emphasized that his aspiration is not merely political, but fundamentally developmental, designed to bridge governance deficits and reposition Warri Federal Constituency for sustainable growth and equitable inclusion. According to him, “T...

By Genesis Ogiri Okafor Loveth has officially picked the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the Ihiala Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Anambra State, ahead of the 2027 general elections, pledging a people-centered, reform-driven, and development-oriented representation. Speaking to journalists shortly after the acquisition of her party nomination forms, the female aspirant articulated a robust political vision anchored on inclusive governance, grassroots transformation, and accelerated constituency development, should she be entrusted with the mandate. She emphasized that her entrance into the political contest is both symbolic and strategic, representing a broader call for increased female participation in governance and legislative leadership across Nigeria’s democratic space. According to her, the prevailing political architecture must evolve to reflect gender balance, equity, and inc...