The Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC) announced its primary election timetable on Tuesday, directing presidential aspirants to pay N60 million for Nomination and Expression of Interest forms ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The statement read, “The sale of nomination forms will commence immediately after the screening exercise from Thursday, May 21 to Saturday, May 23, 2026, while completed forms must be submitted on or before Monday, May 25.
“Appeals arising from the screening process will be entertained on May 25 and 26, while primary elections for various elective offices are scheduled to be held on May 27 and 28, 2026.
“The presidential primary election is slated for May 29, 2026, in Abuja.”
The NDC further argued that its approved nomination fees remain among the lowest when compared with those charged by other major political parties in the country.
BACKSTORY…
The wave of defections came following former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso registration as members of the NDC.
