The National Leader of the NDC and former Bayelsa State governor, Senator Seriake Dickson, described the party as an open and inclusive political platform.
Dickson said the NDC was ready to accommodate new members and expand its political base across the country.
He said, “This party is open, inclusive, and ready to harness your energy, ideas, and strength. My dear sister, once again, you are welcome. As the Chairman has rightly said, the flag of leadership of the NDC in Adamawa has now been handed over to you.
“We are confident that when the party’s democratic processes are concluded, we will gather again in Adamawa to formally engage with the good people of the state and to continue building this movement together.
“Let me also extend an open invitation to all Nigerian political leaders who may have doubts about the viability, sustainability, and strength of their current political platforms. The NDC is open. We are ready to receive and work with you.”
Dickson also called on politicians who were no longer comfortable in their current parties to reconsider their options.
He said no politician should feel trapped or intimidated into remaining in a party that no longer serves their political interest.
The former governor said, “For those who have already joined other parties and are now witnessing the realities, let me remind you. It is not too late. Do not allow anyone to intimidate or mislead you into believing that you cannot leave a political party once you have joined. That is not the law of Nigeria.
“Every Nigerian has the constitutional right to join any political party at any time and to leave at any time. Politics is a journey. If the vehicle you boarded is no longer taking you to your destination, you have every right to step down and board a better one.
“The NDC is that better vehicle, strong, reliable, and focused on delivering results. Do not delay because delay can be costly,” he added.
2023 Adamawa Contest
She was the APC governorship candidate in the 2023 Adamawa election, where she challenged the incumbent governor, Ahmadu Fintiri of the Peoples Democratic Party, in one of the most closely watched governorship contests of that election cycle.
The election drew national attention after the then Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Hudu-Yunusa Ari, controversially declared Binani the winner while collation was still ongoing.
The declaration triggered outrage and was later nullified by the Independent National Electoral Commission, which also suspended the REC.
