Dr. Agbo Major has been elected as the new National Chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) during the party’s national convention held at RockView Hotel, Apapa.
According to report, the convention was attended by party delegates and officials from across the country. Other key officers elected include:
– Mr. Oginni Olaposi– National Secretary
– Chief Felix Chukwurah – Deputy National Chairman (South)
– Alhaji Babayo Muhammed – Deputy National Chairman (North)
– Mr. Adetoyese Omokanye – National Treasurer
– Abdulrasaq Abdulsallam– National Publicity Secretary
– Hajia Aisha Kade – National Woman Leader
– Chief Edward Ofomona– National Youth Leader
– Omolara Johnson – National Organising Secretary
The convention, which began at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, concluded around 4:00 AM on Wednesday
The election follows a November 1, 2024, ruling by the Abia High Court, which directed the NNPP’s Board of Trustees (BoT), led by Founder and Chairman, Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, to restructure and reconstitute all party organs, from ward congresses to the national level. The court also instructed INEC to recognize the newly formed party leadership.
Speaking at the event, Aniebonam stated that the BoT had successfully restructured the party, ensuring compliance with the court’s directives.
“Today, the board shall conclude its assignment through this national convention, where we elect a new leadership to oversee the party’s administration,” he said.
The party’s BoT Secretary, Alhaji Mohammed Babayo, emphasized that NNPP remains united in its vision for Nigeria, urging members to work together.
“The task ahead is huge, but with unity and hard work, we will strengthen NNPP and position it as a true vehicle for change in Nigeria,” Babayo stated.
Newly elected Chairman Agbo Major thanked party members for their trust and called on aggrieved members to return and contribute to the party’s growth.
“We are committed to repositioning NNPP for 2027. Our leadership will not tolerate anything below the expected standards,” he declared.
The NNPP leadership affirmed its commitment to strengthening the party’s structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
