Turning to leadership metrics, Obi argued that presidential bids should be evaluated strictly on competence and qualifications rather than tribal or religious sentiments. Highlighting his own preparedness, he pointed to his academic background at prestigious global institutions—including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Columbia, and Kellogg—and challenged anyone to contest the validity of his credentials under threat of stepping down from the race. Furthermore, Obi critiqued the continuous marginalization of younger generations in governance, pointing out that across 66 years of independence, Nigeria has never elected a president born after 1960.

Emphasizing the financial independence of the organization, Dickson noted that the NDC operates as the sole political party in Nigeria that does not draw financial sustenance from the government treasury. To liberate the electorate from systemic oppression, the party intends to follow global crowdfunding practices by encouraging ordinary citizens to make small, voluntary financial contributions ranging from ₦1,000 to ₦2,000. Highlighting the rationale behind this framework, Dickson warned against allowing the nation’s democratic processes to remain under the control of wealthy individuals and billionaires utilizing state resources, asserting that such dependency only perpetuates the subjugation of ordinary people.

In addition to campaign financing matters, Dickson provided updates regarding the party’s internal organization, mentioning that consultations are actively underway concerning the structure of the presidential campaign council, with an official announcement expected soon. He contrasted their meticulous approach with the ruling party’s administrative errors, explicitly stating that the NDC wishes to avoid publishing and subsequently retracting official lists. Furthermore, Dickson called upon the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and other pertinent stakeholders to guarantee transparent, free, and credible elections in the 2027 cycle, affirming that the party plans to take its message directly to the populace while aggressively contesting and defending every single vote.