NDC’s rapid rise signals new poitical order for Nigeria — Party Chieftain
By Barth Ndubuwah
A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Tammy Joshua, has declared that the rapid growth of the party across Nigeria is a clear indication that citizens have begun to reject decades of failed leadership and are rallying behind a new political movement capable of uniting the nation and restoring hope.
Speaking with a group of journalists at an event in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, Tammy Joshua said the NDC has emerged as the political platform of choice for millions of Nigerians, especially young people, who are determined to reclaim the future of their country from a political establishment that has consistently failed to deliver security, prosperity, and good governance.
According to Joshua, the appeal of the NDC transcends ethnicity, religion, region, and social class, making it one of the fastest-growing political movements in the country.
He noted that what the nation is witnessing is not merely the growth of a political party, but the birth of a national movement. Across the six geopolitical zones, Nigerians are coming together under the banner of the NDC because they realize that the country’s challenges are bigger than tribe, religion, or region. Young Nigerians, in particular, have discovered a platform that speaks directly to their aspirations.
Joshua argued that Nigerians have become increasingly capable of distinguishing between genuine leadership and political opportunism.
He stated that for too long, those in power have mistaken occupying public office for leadership, parading themselves as leaders while the people continue to suffer the consequences of poor governance.
He added that citizens now understand the difference between holding power and providing true leadership, and they are increasingly finding those true leaders within the NDC.
The NDC chieftain lamented the failure of successive administrations to adequately address the nation’s most pressing challenges.
He pointed out that the country suffers from a security architecture that too often fails to protect ordinary citizens, an economy that places unbearable pressure on families and businesses, and millions of young people who are willing to work but cannot find meaningful opportunities. Despite these failures, those responsible continue to ask the public for more time and trust.
Tammy Joshua further criticized what he described as a culture of cosmetic governance, where projects are commissioned primarily for political optics rather than public benefit.
He observed that many politicians commission hospitals they would rather not use themselves because they know the facilities are not adequately equipped.
Similarly, they celebrate infrastructure that fails to meet everyday needs, commissioning boreholes they would not confidently drink from due to uncertainties about water quality.
He stressed that symbolic projects and endless political propaganda do not equate to actual development, asserting that Nigerians deserve far better.
Speaking on the 2027 general elections, Joshua expressed confidence that the NDC’s presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, and his running mate, Engr. Rabiu Kwankwaso, represent the exact kind of leadership Nigerians have been yearning for.
He stated that the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket embodies competence, experience, discipline, and a genuine commitment to national development. Their message resonates deeply with millions of citizens who are tired of excuses and are demanding tangible results, driving an unprecedented level of enthusiasm across the country.
Joshua stated that the growing support for the NDC has fundamentally altered the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.
While acknowledging that the ruling establishment may possess the advantages of incumbency, he argued that the collective will of the people is far more powerful than any political machinery.
He observed that Nigerians are more politically aware, organized, and mobilized today than ever before, and they are fully determined to ensure that their voices count.
According to Joshua, any attempt to subvert the democratic process will face enormous resistance from a citizenry determined to defend its mandate.
He expressed confidence that rigging machinations, voter suppression tactics, or anti-democratic schemes aimed at frustrating the will of the people will ultimately fail.
He noted that the mood across the country has changed, with citizens united across religious, ethnic, and regional lines, making it exceedingly difficult for their collective voice to be ignored.
He predicted that the NDC would perform strongly across the federation because the party’s message directly addresses the harsh realities confronting ordinary Nigerians.