OUR MISSION
To build and sustain a nation with a vibrant economy designed to serve the people's interest, in  which good governance, market forces and transparent institutions combine to enthrone  a free and democratic society that will guarantee equity justice and equal opportunity for all citizens.

OUR VISION
To transform Nigeria into an industrialised, secure economically viable, politically stable, culturally diverse society, where social harmony and the rule of law are established.

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Desirable Qualities for Candidates
As Nigeria marches into the 2007 election amidst worries about the sustainability of reforms and policy continuity, PDP in its quest to continue to provide focused leadership at all levels of governance sets forth some qualities that the Party and electorates require amongst its candidates. These qualities are in addition to the existing constitutional requirements that candidates must meet to qualify for electoral office.

The basic concept is to carefully look at those traits that are constant and imperative for nation building and modernization of the economy.

To this end, PDP, in furtherance of its agenda, seeks to identify qualities that an elected official should possess to be able to lead at various levels. These qualities are intended to raise our campaigns from the banal, mundane level of muckraking to the more elevated and sublime level of debate on policy direction, individual capability, character requirement and intellectual capacity. This new level will require that candidates are clearly judged not just by the size of the wallet of their campaign organization but also by clearly measurable qualities.

PDP is certain that amongst its aspirants are Nigerians who not only have the experience of running governments at various levels but also share in the party's vision of a new Nigeria founded on the substructure of the new PDP. The new PDP is about building a platform for sustained growth, as well as a new policy that derives its essence from the reforms embarked upon by President Obasanjo. This new PDP affirms a new covenant with Nigerians which is a solemn pledge to provide for policy continuity that would enable long term planning and continued progress.

To further our new mandate, PDP has opened a space for credible candidates that possess certain qualities that are cr,itical to the implementation of PDP's vision of Nigeria. The PDP in pursuit of this goal, believe that a level playing ground is a sine qua non to a free and fair electoral process. Our commitment to free and fair process is unshaken and our pledge to produce credible candidates remains undaunted.

What follows is an "at-a-glance" list of the required qualifications of a PDP candidate.

GENERAL QUALITIES

Patriotism

Candidate must have:
A record of commitment to the Nigerian state

Proof of defending Nigeria in the face of sectional or regional challenge incontrovertible Nigerian citizenship and a passion for national interest

Integrity - Must be of good character
- Must have verifiable means of livelihood
- Does not waver on principles of accountability and The Nigeria Project
- No indictments for corruption or corrupt practices and other economic crimes
- Ethno- Neutral
- Must have a track record of fairness
- Ability to work with the diverse peoples of Nigeria and engender confidence


Law-Driven
- Must show inclination and capacity to respect laws and implement them
- Proof of adherence to existing laws
- Ability to abide by law against personal or group interest


Tolerance
- Must demonstrate history of respecting contending views
- No evidence of involvement with intimidation tactics, association with cults, or ethnic militias


Transparency-Driven
- Must demonstrate keen understanding and need for transparent governance
- Evidence of transparent dealings In past public or private enterprise
- Evidence of reporting of conflict of interest situation
- Proof of introducing and implementing clear conflict of interest rules in either public or private concern


Community/Constituency Service
- Must be known to render voluntary community/constituency service
- Proof of past/on-going voluntary service to community
- Leadership
- Capacity to stand for what is right and honorable for Nigeria no matter the diversion/distraction of external influences
- Proof of consistent display of strength of character 


Candidates for office of the President, Vice President, Governors must also have the following demonstrable qualities:
- High level of integrity and evidence of personal discipline
-Courage of conviction
- High degree of loyalty to the Nigerian state Consistent and verifiable means of livelihood
- Experience in management of people and materials in public
- Knowledge of the working of the private sector
- Good knowledge of Nigerian political, economic and social environment
- Tolerance, especially religious and ethnic
- Respect for rule of low
- Respect for human rights
- Belief in popular participation and consultation


Meetings. Rallies. Campaigns. Congresses. Primaries. Convention.

A party member, aspirant, candidate or agent shall do nothing to inhibit the lawful activities of others. A party member, aspirant, candidate or agent shall not:

(a) disrupt, interrupt, disorganize, disturb meetings, rallies congresses, primaries and other lawful activities of others;

(b) encourage provocative behavior, language, images and actions at such meetings, rallies, congresses, primaries etc;

(c) sponsor incitement, violence and breakdown of law and order or prevent speeches and the distribution of leaflets, pamphlets, handbills, posters or any published material;

(d) engage in any activity capable of inciting ethnic, religious, class or group hatred either against PDP leaders and members or aspirants.

For more on party information contact : PDP secretariat Wadata Plaza Wuse zone 5 FCT/Abuja Nigeria