Dickson receives Marafa NDC defection Zamfara as former senator joins Nigeria Democratic Congress with supporters ahead of 2027 elections
Senator Seriake Dickson, National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on Tuesday, 29 April 2026, in Abuja, formally received former Zamfara Central Senator Kabir Marafa into the party after his exit from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in what the party described as a significant expansion of its national structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Dickson Joins Marafa Into NDC Amid Zamfara Defection Move development was announced via Dickson’s official Facebook page, where he confirmed that the former lawmaker joined the party alongside a large number of supporters from Zamfara State.
Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, said Marafa’s entry into the party was witnessed by the NDC National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee, where he was also formally recognised as a key figure within the party’s Zamfara structure.
“It was a pleasure to receive my friend and brother, Distinguished Senator Kabir Marafa into the NDC alongside his teeming supporters,” Dickson stated.
He described the move as a strong addition to the party’s growing influence, noting that Marafa’s experience would contribute to efforts aimed at strengthening peace, stability and development within Zamfara State under the NDC platform.
Dickson also used the opportunity to encourage wider participation in the party, urging Nigerians to register and engage actively ahead of forthcoming primaries and internal party processes.
He confirmed that the NDC’s congresses are scheduled to hold nationwide next week, stressing the importance of peaceful and orderly conduct as the party consolidates its organisational structure.
“We call for peaceful and orderly congresses across the country, where leaders will harmonise our structures nationwide as our party continues to grow,” he said.
He further claimed that within three months of its formation, the NDC had grown rapidly to become one of the most prominent political platforms in the country, insisting it now ranks among the top three parties nationally.
He maintained that the party remains stable and free of internal disputes, dismissing what he described as misinformation targeted at undermining its credibility.
The former governor also acknowledged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for listing the party’s logo and officials on its website, describing it as a sign of full compliance with regulatory requirements.
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As preparations for the 2027 elections gather pace, the NDC says it expects continued inflow of new members and stronger political footing across Nigeria.
