ADC shifts nomination, screening dates over logistics, aspirants’ requests

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The African Democratic Congress has announced adjustments to its primary elections timetable ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing requests from aspirants and logistical considerations.

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In a notice released by the party on Wednesday, the ADC said the revised schedule affected selected activities in the primary election process, while other previously announced dates remained unchanged.

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The notice was jointly signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Chinedu Idigo, and National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi.

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The party stated that the adjustments were made “in response to aspirant requests and logistical considerations.”

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According to the revised timetable, submission of nomination forms, earlier scheduled for May 13, 2026, has been shifted to May 14, 2026.

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The screening of aspirants, initially fixed for May 14 and 15, 2026, will now be held from May 16 to 17, 2026.

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The notice read, “Publication of screening results would take place on May 17, while appeals against screening decisions are scheduled for May 18 and 19.”

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The party added that the final list of cleared candidates would be published on May 20, 2026.

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The notice added, “Under the post-primary election appeals timetable, legislative election appeals will be held on May 22, governorship election appeals on May 23, while presidential election appeals are scheduled for May 26.”

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The ADC also announced screening venues for aspirants, stating that presidential and governorship aspirants would be screened in Abuja, while legislative aspirants would be screened in their respective state capitals.

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The party further clarified nomination fees for women and persons with disabilities.

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It stated, “Applicable concession: 25% of the standard nomination form cost.”

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The ADC advised aspirants who might have paid above the approved concessionary rate that refunds would be processed and communicated accordingly.

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