The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled a revised timetable for its 2026 primary elections while also announcing a downward review of nomination form fees.
The update was disclosed in a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, following consultations with party stakeholders, including aspirants and key leaders.
According to the new schedule, the sale and submission of nomination forms will run from May 6 through May 13.
Screening of aspirants is slated for May 14, with the outcome expected to be published on May 17.
Candidates dissatisfied with the process will have a two-day window, May 18 and 19, to file appeals, while the final list of cleared contestants will be released on May 20.
The party has fixed May 21 for legislative primaries covering State Houses of Assembly, the House of Representatives, and the Senate.
Governorship primaries will take place on May 22, followed by the presidential primary on May 23.
This will be rounded off with a National Executive Committee meeting on May 25 and a Special National Convention scheduled for May 26.
In addition to the updated timeline, the ADC also slashed the cost of its nomination forms across board.
The presidential ticket now goes for ₦90 million, while governorship aspirants will pay ₦30 million.
Those seeking Senate seats are to purchase forms for ₦10 million, House of Representatives forms are priced at ₦5 million, and State Assembly forms at ₦2 million.
These adjustments represent a reduction from previous fees, which stood at ₦100 million for the presidency, ₦50 million for governorship, ₦20 million for Senate, and ₦10 million for House of Representatives.
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The party also reaffirmed its incentive structure, offering a 50 percent discount to young aspirants aged 18 to 35, and a 25 percent reduction for women and persons living with disabilities, in a bid to encourage broader participation.