Abuja: The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) has approved a timetable for the conduct of its congresses, primaries, and national convention ahead of the 2027 general elections. Additionally, the party has set the presidential nomination fee at N50 million, with varying fees for other positions.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the communiqu© issued by YPP’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Martins Egbeola, after the 25th NEC meeting held at the party’s national secretariat, detailed the ratified timetable. The timetable includes ward congresses on May 21, local government congresses on May 22, and state congresses on May 23. The House of Assembly primaries are scheduled for May 24, House of Representatives and Senate primaries on May 25, governorship primaries on May 26, and the national convention, including presidential primaries, on May 30.
The communiqu© further disclosed that NEC approved free expression of interest forms for aspirants seeking various elective positions on the party’s platform. A 50 percent concession on nomination fees was approved for aspirants below 40 years, women, and persons living with disabilities to encourage broader political participation.
The YPP announced that sales of nomination forms have commenced, urging interested aspirants to obtain necessary documents and comply with stipulated guidelines. The party has zoned the position of the Anambra chairman to Anambra Central Senatorial District, with the state secretary position remaining in Anambra South Senatorial District.
NEC also approved a three-day membership drive to increase party registration nationwide with an emphasis on grassroots mobilization. State chairmen and stakeholders were urged to participate actively to ensure the success of this initiative.
The party emphasized that elections at all levels would be conducted using both consensus and direct primary methods, in line with its constitution and the Electoral Act. It reaffirmed its commitment to deepening internal democracy and strengthening its structures to ensure transparency and credible outcomes in upcoming electoral activities.
The YPP expressed concern over the worsening insecurity in the nation, particularly the increase in kidnapping incidents. The party called on President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action to address the situation, condemning the continued loss of lives, including military personnel.