OK Movement dismisses NDC chief's 'nonsensical' claim, asserts independence for 2027 election
OK Movement’s Director-General John Ughulu replied to NDC national leader Seriake Dickson, who called the group’s 59-member Presidential Campaign Council 'nonsensical' and urged support groups to aid parties rather than create rival structures. Ughulu rejected the label, insisting the OK Movement is an independent organisation with its own leadership and mobilisation structures, not an appendage of any party. He said the movement unites supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso across political backgrounds and will not allow its national, state, local government or ward structures to be absorbed into the NDC ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dickson had argued that support groups should focus on mobilisation and not compete for supremacy or sponsor candidates. The exchange highlights growing tension within Nigeria’s opposition as parties and allied groups position themselves for the 2027 polls. While the OK Movement seeks to maintain a distinct identity, the NDC urges alignment with its official machinery. The outcome could affect coalition dynamics and voter mobilisation in the upcoming election. Readers should watch whether this independence translates into a stronger third-force presence or fragments opposition votes, potentially influencing the election’s competitiveness.