In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the schedule reflects its commitment to internal democracy and compliance with electoral guidelines.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the conduct of its 2026 primary elections, outlining key dates for nomination, screening, primaries, and party conventions.
In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the schedule reflects its commitment to internal democracy and compliance with electoral guidelines.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially released our timetable for the conduct of our 2026 primary elections,” the statement read. “The timetable reflects our party’s commitment to internal democracy, orderliness, and full compliance with electoral guidelines.”
According to the timetable, the sale of nomination forms will take place from May 5 to May 10, 2026, while submission of completed forms is scheduled for May 11 to May 13, 2026.
Screening of aspirants will hold between May 14 and May 15, 2026, with results to be published on May 17. Appeals are expected to be heard from May 18 to May 19, after which the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20, 2026.
Primary elections will begin on May 21, 2026, starting with State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate contests at the ward level. Governorship primaries are scheduled for May 22, while the Presidential Primary will hold on May 25, 2026.
This will be followed by a meeting of the National Executive Committee on May 26 and a Special National Convention on May 27, where final ratifications will be made.
The party also announced a structured fee regime for nomination forms across elective positions.
“In line with our commitment to inclusivity and broad participation, we have also approved a structured fee regime for nomination forms across all elective positions,” the statement said.
It added that the presidential nomination form will cost N100 million, governorship N50 million, Senate N20 million, House of Representatives N10 million, and State House of Assembly N3 million.
To encourage wider participation, the party said it has introduced discounts for specific groups.
“To encourage wider participation, we have introduced concessional rates, offering a 50 percent discount for youths and a 25 percent discount for women and persons with disabilities,” it stated.
The party called on members, stakeholders, and aspirants to strictly adhere to the timetable and guidelines.
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