YPP sets presidential nomination form at ₦50m with concessions
The Young Progressives Party (YPP) has announced its plans for the upcoming electoral cycle, including the cost of its presidential nomination form. According to Egbeola Martins, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, these decisions were made at the 25th National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja. The party also introduced concessions for young aspirants, women, and persons living with disabilities. The YPP expressed concerns about the worsening insecurity in the country and called for decisive action.
Key takeaways
- The YPP has fixed its presidential nomination form at ₦50m, with other positions ranging from ₦1.5m to ₦20m.
- Expression of interest forms are free, and there is a 50% concession on nomination fees for aspirants below 40 years, women, and persons living with disabilities.
- The sale of forms begins immediately, according to the party.
- Primaries for state Houses of Assembly are slated for May 24, House of Representatives and Senate on May 25, governorship on May 26, and the national convention and presidential primary on May 30.
- The YPP National Executive Committee condemned rising insecurity and urged the President to take stronger action.
