[National Democratic Congress (NDC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Democratic_Congress_(Nigeria)) announced that on Monday, 26 October it will convene a series of high‑profile gatherings in [Abuja](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abuja), culminating in the inauguration of its National Campaign Council, the handing over of Certificates of Return to its candidates and the commissioning of a newly acquired national secretariat.
**What are the scheduled activities?**
The party’s press release, signed by National Publicity Secretary Osa Director, Esq., outlines three main events for the day. First, the [National Executive Committee (NEC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Political_party_structure) will assemble at 10:00 a.m. in the JD Vance Centre, opposite A‑Class Park on Kashim Ibrahim Way, Maitama. The NEC meeting is limited to committee members and entry will be by invitation only.
**When and where will the secretariat be commissioned?**
At 2:00 p.m., the NDC will officially commission its new national secretariat located in Jabi, Abuja. This ceremony marks the party’s first use of the newly purchased premises for administrative and coordination functions.
**Who will attend the National Campaign Council inauguration?**
The final agenda item, scheduled for 5:00 p.m., is the inauguration of the [National Campaign Council (NCC)](https://www.ndc.org.ng). The event will also feature the presentation of Certificates of Return to the party’s presidential and vice‑presidential candidates, governorship aspirants and National Assembly hopefuls. Attendance is restricted to members of the National Working Committee, the presidential ticket, and the aforementioned candidates. A dinner will follow the inauguration.
**What message did the party convey?**
In the statement, the NDC expressed gratitude to its supporters across the country, reaffirming its dedication to its political vision. The release concluded with the rallying call: “Together, we can make a New Nigeria Possible.”
The outlined schedule underscores the NDC’s preparation for upcoming electoral contests and its effort to consolidate organisational structures ahead of the national campaign season.