NDC reveals why Peter Obi, Kwankwaso will be exempted from anti-defection oath

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that its presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso will not sign the party's newly introduced anti-defection oath. Party spokesman Ikenna Enekweizu stated that the administrative discretion exempts the top two standard-bearers, and the policy primarily targets lawmakers who might defect after securing seats. The measure aims to build a lasting political institution and prevent politicians from using the party as a stepping stone.