Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi has disclosed that the presidential screening panel of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) grilled him for two hours during his screening on Tuesday May 19, 2026.
Obi who recently joined the NDC flew the flag of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 General elections.
Narrating the process in a statement he shared on Wednesday, the former governor of Anambra State revealed that his educational qualifications were scrutinised as well as his vision for Nigeria.
He stated that he has now purchased the presidential nomination forms of the NDC haven passed the initial screening hurdle.
His statement reads:
“Yesterday, May 19th, in Abuja, I attended the Presidential screening organised by our party, which took over two and a half hours. They carefully reviewed all my documents, including my degree certificates, NYSC credentials, and age declarations.
“During the process, I also addressed questions regarding my vision for a new Nigeria and the type of leadership our nation urgently needs right now. Following this, I was cleared and received the presidential nomination form I had previously paid forwou
“I would like to commend the screening committee, led by former governor Sam Egwu, for their thorough and professional approach. Additionally, I appreciate our party’s leadership for upholding the democratic process.