ADC announces primary election timetable and form fees
The African Democratic Congress has unveiled its schedule for the 2026 primary elections, detailing important dates for nomination, screening, and appeals. The party, through its National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, also revealed the cost of nomination forms for various positions, with the presidential form set at ₦100 million. The timetable includes concessional rates to encourage participation by youths, women, and persons with disabilities. The announcement comes amid ongoing internal leadership disputes and legal challenges within the party.
Key takeaways
- The ADC’s timetable states the sale of nomination forms will be from May 5 to May 10, 2026, and submission of forms is scheduled for May 11 to May 13, 2026.
- Screening of aspirants will occur from May 14 to May 15, 2026, with results published on May 17, 2026.
- Appeals are set for May 18 to May 19, 2026, and the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20, 2026.
- Primary elections start on May 21, 2026, with the presidential primary scheduled for May 25, 2026, followed by a National Executive Committee meeting on May 26, 2026, and a Special National Convention on May 27, 2026.
- The presidential nomination form costs ₦100 million, with discounts for youths, women, and persons with disabilities, as the party continues to face internal divisions and legal disputes.
