The Nigeria Democratic Congress has denied lacking governorship candidates in multiple states. A claim that the party is without candidates in 12 states has been described as false propaganda. According to the party, it has nominated candidates for governorship elections in all relevant states for 2027.

The party's National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, made this known in a statement. Director accused those behind the report of misleading the public about the party's preparedness for elections. The party claims to be a national movement with structures and supporters across various states.

Further details on the party's candidates and response to the claim are available from the party's statement, which includes a list of its candidates to disprove the report.