The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has firmly denied claims of instability or disunity within its ranks, calling such allegations “erroneous assertions” spread by detractors.
At a meeting in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, the party’s South-South state chairmen clarified that there is no crisis within the party. A statement, jointly signed by the chairmen, also addressed claims from individuals such as Boniface Aniebonam, Agbo Major, and Oginni Olaposi, stating that they are not recognized members of the NNPP, as they had been suspended or expelled for various offenses.
The statement was signed by Elder Inemisit Akpan (Akwa Ibom), Joel Tubonimi (Bayelsa), Barr. Anthony Ogboriku Odeh (Cross River), Fred Ikponmwosa (Edo), Godson Green (Rivers), and Rex Ogboru (Delta).
“We categorically affirm that there is no crisis within the party, and the aforementioned individuals – Dr. Boniface Okechukwu Aniebonam, Dr. Agbo Gilbert Major, Mr. Oginni Olaposi, and their associates – are not recognized members of the NNPP,” the statement read. “These individuals were duly suspended and expelled from the party due to various offenses and therefore lack any standing to claim membership or represent themselves as officers of NNPP.”
The chairmen reaffirmed the NNPP’s organizational structure under the leadership of Dr. Ajuji Ahmed (National Chairman), Prince Onu Nwaeze (Deputy National Chairman), Mr. Dipo Olayoku (National Secretary), Barr. Ladipo Johnson (National Publicity Secretary), and other members of the National Working Committee.
They also expressed gratitude to the 36 state chairmen and leadership from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for their dedication to the party, while reiterating their loyalty to NNPP National Leader Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and other key party members.
“We strongly frown upon the continuous erroneous references to Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, Dr. Agbo Major, and their associates in this context,” the statement continued. “We urge our media partners to be vigilant and accurate in their reportage. It is imperative for the integrity of our party that the correct designation of our officers is maintained.”
The chairmen also clarified the party’s official symbols and colors, explaining that the NNPP’s logo features an academic cap on a book with the inscription “NNPP,” and its colors are red and white.
Addressing concerns about the Kwankwasiyya Movement, the chairmen emphasized that it remains an integral and loyal part of the party, rejecting claims that it poses a threat to the NNPP. They called these claims false and part of a narrative pushed by the party’s detractors.
The South-South chairmen urged NNPP members to remain loyal to the party and its leadership, rejecting distractions from former members. They dismissed these attempts as “mischievous plots” designed to destabilize the party, echoing similar tactics seen in opposition parties.
The NNPP reaffirmed its commitment to the betterment of its constituents and the nation as a whole.
