Abuja: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, outlining the nomination fees for aspirants vying for various elective positions. The party has set the presidential nomination form at N100 million, while the governorship form is pegged at N50 million. Aspirants for Senate positions will pay N20 million, those for the House of Representatives will need N10 million, and State House of Assembly candidates will pay N3 million.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the ADC has introduced concessionary rates to encourage broader participation, offering a 50 per cent discount for youths and a 25 per cent discount for women and persons with disabilities. In a statement released in Abuja, National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi called on aspirants to adhere to the party’s constitution and the provisions of the Electoral Act. He emphasized that the timetable reflects the party’s dedication to internal democracy, transparency, and compliance with electoral guidelines.
The timetable sets the collection of application forms from April 1 to May 4, 2026. Nomination forms will be available for sale from May 5 to May 10, with completed forms due between May 11 and May 13. The screening of aspirants is scheduled for May 14 to May 15, with results to be published on May 17. Appeals will be accepted from May 18 to May 19, and the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20.
Primary elections for State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate seats are slated for May 21. Governorship primaries will follow on May 22, and the presidential primary election is set for May 25. A National Executive Committee meeting will take place on May 26, culminating in the Special National Convention on May 27.
The party has urged its members, stakeholders, and aspirants to adhere strictly to the timetable as it positions itself for credible, people-focused leadership in anticipation of the 2027 elections.