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ADC Unveils 2026 Primary Timetable After Leadership Crisis Resolution

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Promise Odejide

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced its full timetable for the 2026 primary elections, setting dates for nomination, screening, and party primaries across all elective positions.

Nomination process begins May 5

In a statement issued on Sunday by National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the sale of nomination forms will run from May 5 to May 10.

Submission of completed forms is scheduled for May 11 to May 13, followed by screening of aspirants between May 14 and May 15.

The party added that screening results will be published on May 17, while appeals will be handled from May 18 to May 19.

Primaries to hold from May 21

According to the timetable, the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20 ahead of the commencement of primaries.

Elections into State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate seats will hold on May 21 at the ward level.

Governorship primaries are fixed for May 22, while the presidential primary will take place on May 25.

A National Executive Committee meeting is scheduled for May 26, followed by a Special National Convention on May 27 for final ratifications.

Party sets nomination fees, discounts

The ADC said the presidential nomination form is pegged at ₦100 million, while governorship forms cost ₦50 million.

Senate forms are set at ₦20 million, House of Representatives at ₦10 million, and State Assembly at ₦3 million.

The party also announced a 50 percent discount for youths and 25 percent for women and persons with disabilities.

Move follows Supreme Court ruling

The development comes days after the Supreme Court affirmed Senator David Mark as the party’s chairman following a prolonged leadership dispute.

The ADC said the timetable reflects its commitment to internal democracy and compliance with electoral guidelines.

 

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