6th March 2026, NewsOrient, Politics, News Governance And Development
By Our Politics Reporters

Senator Seriake Dickson, who currently represents the people of Bayelsa West Senatorial Zone at the National Assembly, has pledged to continue his relationship with leaders of African Democratic Party, ADC, as he formally dumps the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and defected to the newly-formed Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). He warned that Nigeria must not be allowed to slide to a one-party state.

The former Governor of Bayelsa State criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress’ (APC) for what he described as it’s “failure to address pressing economic and security challenges.”

According to him, APC has mismanaged Nigerian economy, leading to “widespread hunger, poverty, and disillusionment.”

This, he said, including “APC’s abuse and disrespect of the country’s diversity, are parts of the key factors” why he decided not to join the ruling party.

On the newly formed NDC and the way forward, Dickson said: “The NDC will promote an independent judiciary, a free and independent press and ensure the promotion and protection of democratic norms and adherence to the rule of law.

“It is for these reasons that I have chosen to align fully with the NDC as we work together to build a stronger, fairer, and more inclusive Nigeria.

“I have also explained why I could not align with the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

“I thank the ADC leaders for not succumbing to the pressures of a one-party state; however I am yet to clearly understand their position on some of the fundamental issues and principles that I strongly stand for and believe in.

“Furthermore, I am not sure if the ADC is a coalition or a collision, but I hope they prove me wrong.

“ADC leaders are personally known to me; we interact and will continue to do so in furtherance of Nigeria’s democracy,” he said.

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