The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Saturday re-elected Ahmed Ajujia as its national chairman.

Mr Ajuji was re-elected unopposed through voice votes at the party’s national convention in Abuja.

The convention, monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), also witnessed the return of Dipo Olayoku as national secretary, alongside other national officials, all elected unopposed.

The elections were subsequently affirmed by delegates present at the convention.

In his acceptance speech, Mr Ajuji pledged that the newly elected leadership under his guidance would work diligently to achieve the objectives of the NNPP, with particular emphasis on securing victory in the 2027 general elections.

He stated that he accepted, on behalf of the leadership, the responsibility entrusted to them to manage the party’s affairs over the next four years.

Mr Ajuji further urged the new national officials to regard their re-election as a call to service, stressing the importance of abiding by the oath of office they had taken.

Earlier, in his welcome remarks, Mr Ajuji said the NNPP’s flag must fly higher across all parts of Nigeria to reassure citizens that a new, better, greater, and more prosperous Nigeria was achievable.

“All eyes are on our great party to point the way forward for sustainable democracy and development in Nigeria.

“Our country deserves a fresh start, and citizens deserve a fresh new deal, which only NNPP is capable of offering,” he said.

The national leader of NNPP and former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, urged the new leaders and members to remain disciplined and loyal to NNPP.

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State described the national convention as a defining moment and a reflection of the future of NNPP.

Congratulating the newly elected party leaders, Mr Yusuf urged them to promote unity, fairness, and inclusivity, ensuring no one is left behind.

The chairman of the National Convention Planning Committee, Bala Mohammed, said that over the past four years, the NNPP had recorded remarkable achievements and had continued to make its mark in the Nigerian political landscape.

This, according to him, reflects a clear collective commitment, resilience, and belief in the ideals of the NNPP.

The party’s national adviser, Magaji Ibrahim, advised members not to be deceived by the rumour of division within the NNPP, saying the party remained united under Mr Kwankwaso’s leadership.

“I can assure you that nothing shall divide the party, and the party stands united, solidified, going forward to 2027,” Mr Ibrahim said.

(NAN)