The NEC has confirmed Ambassador Iliya Damagum as the substantive National Chairman of the party. His appointment, announced during the meeting, follows months of acting leadership after the exit of former Chairman Iyorchia Ayu.
Monday’s NEC meeting, which began at 2 pm, deliberated on the zoning committee’s proposals and the road to the November convention.
At its 102nd National Executive Committee meeting on Monday, the party resolved that Damagum, who has served as Acting National Chairman for over a year, be elevated to substantive Chairman ahead of the National Elective Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State.