The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled a detailed schedule for its 2026 primary elections, setting the stage for the 2027 general elections.
In a statement released on Sunday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, explained that the timetable reflects the ADC’s emphasis on transparency, internal democracy, and strict adherence to electoral regulations.
According to the party, the process began with the sale of application forms on April 1, which will run through May 4, 2026.
Nomination forms will then be available from May 5 to May 10, followed by the submission window between May 11 and May 13.
Screening of aspirants is scheduled for May 14 and May 15, with the outcomes expected to be made public on May 17.
Candidates dissatisfied with the results will have an opportunity to appeal from May 18 to May 19, while the final list of approved aspirants will be released on May 20.
The party’s primary elections will kick off on May 21, covering contests for State Houses of Assembly, the House of Representatives, and the Senate. Governorship primaries are slated for May 22, while the presidential primary is fixed for May 25.
The entire exercise will wrap up with a National Executive Committee meeting on May 26, followed by a Special National Convention on May 27, where the outcomes will be formally ratified.
Cost Of Nomination Form
ADC also announced the cost of nomination forms for various positions: the presidential ticket is set at ₦100 million, governorship at ₦50 million, Senate at ₦20 million, House of Representatives at ₦10 million, and State House of Assembly at ₦3 million.
In a bid to encourage broader participation, the party introduced concessions, granting a 50 percent reduction for young aspirants, and a 25 percent discount for women and persons living with disabilities.
The ADC urged all members and aspirants to strictly comply with the outlined guidelines, noting that the timetable is part of its broader strategy to strengthen its position as a viable political force ahead of the 2027 elections.
