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NNPP refuses to backdate resignations after INEC letter
Updated 06:25 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 08:19 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has stated it will not entertain requests to backdate resignations of its elected members. The party said such moves would constitute blackmail and will not be accommodated. Both Vanguard and the Nigerian Tribune reported the same position, citing the party’s letter to INEC.
What we know
- NNPP will not backdate resignations of elected members
- Cited reasons of blackmail and procedural integrity
- Statement made in response to members seeking to retroactively resign
- Reported by Vanguard and Nigerian Tribune
Why it matters: The stance could affect the party’s representation in legislatures ahead of upcoming elections.
Sources
- We’ll not backdate resignations after our letter to INEC – NNPP – Vanguard,
- We’ll not backdate resignations after our letter to INEC —NNPP – Nigerian Tribune,
Updates
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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