ADC updates primary election timetable after aspirant requests
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has revised its primary election timetable, responding to requests from aspirants and logistical issues. The party announced that some key activities in the nomination and screening process have new dates, while others remain unchanged. The notice was signed by Chinedu Idigo and Bolaji Abdullahi. The ADC also clarified nomination fees and screening venues for different categories of aspirants.
Key takeaways
- Submission of nomination forms, previously set for May 13, 2026, is now scheduled for May 14, 2026.
- Screening of aspirants will take place from May 16 to 17, 2026, instead of the earlier May 14 and 15, 2026.
- Screening results will be published on May 17, with appeals against screening decisions scheduled for May 18 and 19.
- The final list of cleared candidates will be released on May 20, 2026.
- Legislative, governorship, and presidential election appeals are set for May 22, May 23, and May 26, respectively.
