Esther Umoh, an aide to Peter Obi, has called on the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to urgently clarify the party’s official logo, warning that the lingering uncertainty is causing confusion among supporters and candidates ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Obi’s campaign photographer, in a statement addressed to the party’s communications director on Wednesday, Theo Abu Agada, urged the NDC leadership to resolve the NDC logo controversy without further delay.
According to her, with fewer than five months to the elections, the absence of clear direction on the party’s approved logo has left candidates and supporters uncertain about which emblem to use on campaign materials.
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She warned that the situation could undermine the party’s cohesion, visibility and preparedness for the polls.
“You have repeatedly stated that the party’s supreme leader (Dickson) is an experienced politician. I therefore believe he fully understands the electoral and political implications of allowing this uncertainty to persist,” she said.
Umoh called on the party to issue an official communiqué to all state chapters and relevant stakeholders, clearly identifying the logo approved by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and providing uniform guidelines for its use.
She stressed that the party could not afford mixed messaging at such a crucial stage of the election cycle.
“At this critical stage, the party cannot afford avoidable confusion or mixed messaging. We are working toward victory, and every decision, including clarity around the party’s identity and campaign materials, must reflect that commitment,” she said.
She also expressed concern over the continued delay in resolving the issue, saying she hoped it was not an indication that the party was unprepared or inadvertently undermining its electoral prospects.
“I sincerely hope the delay is not a sign that the party is unprepared or intentionally trying to sabotage our chances at winning. The NDC must act decisively to protect and strengthen its chances at the polls,” she added.