The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has announced that it will adopt consensus in selecting candidates for the 2027 general elections while also pardoning previously expelled members, a move aimed at strengthening internal unity. Party leaders said the decision to NNPP adopts consensus reflects efforts to stabilise the party structure and improve coordination ahead of the elections.

The NNPP has experienced internal disagreements in recent months, including disputes over leadership and membership status. These developments led to the expulsion of some members and raised concerns about cohesion within the party.

As political realignments intensify ahead of 2027, parties are reviewing their internal processes to ensure stability and competitiveness. The NNPP, which played a significant role in the 2023 elections, has continued to position itself within ongoing opposition discussions.

The decision that NNPP adopts consensus forms part of broader efforts to address internal divisions and streamline its candidate selection process.

The founder of the NNPP, Dr Boniface Aniebonam, confirmed that the party would adopt a consensus approach in determining candidates for the 2027 elections. He also disclosed that members who were previously expelled would be pardoned as part of reconciliation efforts within the party.

According to him, the move is intended to foster unity and ensure that all stakeholders work together ahead of the next election cycle. He emphasized that NNPP adopts consensus as a deliberate strategy to avoid prolonged internal disputes and strengthen party cohesion.

The leadership further indicated that the pardon would allow affected members to return and participate in party activities, provided they align with its principles and structure.

The decision that NNPP adopts consensus may influence how the party manages internal competition and candidate emergence ahead of 2027. Consensus arrangements are often used to reduce internal conflict and promote unified leadership positions.

By pardoning expelled members, the NNPP is also addressing fragmentation risks that could affect its electoral strength. Political observers note that internal unity remains a key factor in determining party performance in Nigeria’s electoral system.

The move signals an attempt to consolidate party structure and improve coordination as political alignments continue to evolve nationwide.