{"id":83848,"date":"2023-08-21T10:37:23","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T09:37:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/?p=83848"},"modified":"2023-08-21T10:37:26","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T09:37:26","slug":"list-of-political-parties-in-nigeria-and-their-slogan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/list-of-political-parties-in-nigeria-and-their-slogan\/","title":{"rendered":"List of Political Parties in Nigeria and their Slogan"},"content":{"rendered":"

The history of political parties in Nigeria reflects the country’s complex dynamics and diverse interests. Since independence, so many political parties have emerged, and with the supervision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), these parties have been kept in check.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Currently, only 19 political parties are registered in Nigeria. These are the parties qualified to contest elections in the country. This article will give you the political parties we have in Nigeria, those in authority, and the list of unregistered parties.<\/p>\n

A Brief History of Political Parties in Nigeria<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The history of political parties in Nigeria can be traced back to the colonial era and has evolved significantly over time. Following Nigeria’s amalgamation as a British colony in 1914, the political landscape began to witness the emergence of nationalist movements aimed at gaining independence from colonial rule.<\/p>\n

One of the earliest political parties in Nigeria was the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP) formed in 1923. This became the first indigenous political party to bring together Nigerians from different regions. The party advocated for improved welfare for Nigerians and the promotion of self-governance. In 1944, the Action Group (AG) was founded by Obafemi Awolowo, a prominent nationalist leader. This party focused on advocating for the rights of the Yoruba people and implemented progressive policies in Western Nigeria when it gained power in 1954.<\/p>\n

Another significant political party in Nigeria’s history is the Northern People’s Congress (NPC). Founded in 1949, the NPC championed the interests of the Northern region and played a crucial role in Nigeria’s independence struggle. Following Nigeria’s independence in 1960, political parties continued to emerge in various regions. The Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP) was reformed. Similarly, the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC), formed in 1944, transformed into the National Council of Nigerian Citizens (NCNC).<\/p>\n

Since then, Nigeria has witnessed the rise and fall of several political parties, each representing different regions, ideologies, and interests. Some notable parties include the All Progressive Congress (APC), the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and the Social Democratic Party (SDP), among others. These parties have played a crucial role in shaping the country’s political landscape, sometimes promoting unity and development while at other times contributing to political tensions and conflicts.<\/p>\n

The Registered Political Parties in Nigeria<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Accord (A)<\/li>\n
  2. Action Alliance (AA)<\/li>\n
  3. Action Democratic Party (ADP)<\/li>\n
  4. Action Peoples Party (APP)<\/li>\n
  5. African Action Congress (AAC)<\/li>\n
  6. African Democratic Congress (ADC)<\/li>\n
  7. All Progressives Congress (APC)<\/li>\n
  8. All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)<\/li>\n
  9. Allied Peoples Movement (APM)<\/li>\n
  10. Boot Party (BP)<\/li>\n
  11. Labour Party (LP)<\/li>\n
  12. National Rescue Movement (NRM)<\/li>\n
  13. New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)<\/li>\n
  14. Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)<\/li>\n
  15. Peoples Redemption Party (PRP)<\/li>\n
  16. Social Democratic Party (SDP)<\/li>\n
  17. Young Progressive Party (YPP)<\/li>\n
  18. Youth Party (YP)<\/li>\n
  19. Zenith Labour Party (ZLP)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    List of Political Parties Represented in the Nigerian National and State Assembly<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Political Parties Represented in the National Assembly<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    1. All Progressives Congress (APC)<\/strong><\/p>\n