Breaking: APC Begins Sale of Forms, Announces How Primaries Will Be Done
- The All Progressives Congress had launched its nomination process for the 2027 elections, unveiling a new timetable for internal activities
- APC spokesman Durosinmi Meseko had announced key dates covering submissions, screenings and party primaries across all elective positions
- The party had confirmed that all aspirants were eligible to obtain forms and that it had adopted a flexible primary system combining consensus and direct voting where necessary
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the commencement of the sale of nomination forms for aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The party disclosed that the process will begin on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and forms will remain available until May 2, 2026, in line with its updated timetable.
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The announcement followed the 186th meeting of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), where officials also confirmed that the revised schedule has been forwarded to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Punch reported.
Submission and screening timelines outlined
Speaking to journalists after the meeting, the APC Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Durosinmi Meseko, said the deadline for submitting completed forms is May 4, 2026.
He explained that screening for governorship and legislative aspirants will take place between May 6 and May 8, while presidential aspirants will be screened on May 9, Vanguard reported.
Primaries scheduled across categories
According to the party, primary elections will begin on May 15 with the House of Representatives, followed by the Senate on May 18 and State Assembly on May 20.
Governorship primaries are set for May 21, while the presidential primary will be held on May 23.
APC insists forms are open to all aspirants
Addressing concerns over alleged restrictions, Meseko dismissed claims that nomination forms were limited to selected individuals.
“Nomination forms for all aspirants seeking offices under the APC are open. Forms are available for all members contesting elections. There is no limitation or restriction,” he said.
Party adopts hybrid primary system
The NWC also clarified that the party will adopt a combination of direct and consensus methods for its primaries.
However, it stressed that the consensus option must be unanimously accepted by all aspirants; otherwise, the process will automatically revert to direct primaries.
“Where there is consensus and an aspirant does not agree, it automatically reverts to direct primaries. The consensus option must be agreed to by all aspirants; if not, it defaults to the direct mode,” Meseko stated.
Zamfara restructuring and membership update announced
The party further disclosed plans to begin internal congresses in Zamfara State, covering ward, local government and state levels, starting April 28.
It also confirmed that updated membership registers, including newly registered members, have been submitted to INEC.
“The All Progressives Congress is now fully ready for the upcoming primary elections,” Meseko concluded.
ADC chieftain slams APC
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Gbe Benjamin, while speaking with Legit.ng on Sunday, April 26, criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its preparations for the 2027 elections, insisting the ruling party will not return to power.
Reacting to the announcement of nomination form sales, the ADC stalwart said the APC had “deeply damaged Nigeria’s democratic foundations” through what he described as poor governance and intolerance of opposition.
“The APC can roll out all the timetables and sell as many forms as they like, but Nigerians have already made up their minds. After 2027, they will not return,” he said.
He further accused the ruling party of weakening democratic institutions and eroding public trust.
“They have undermined the very essence of democracy—free choice, accountability, and transparency. What we see today is a system that has been distorted for political convenience,” he added.
APC govs, Tinubu meet in Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Thursday, April 24, held a meeting with governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The high-level engagement, which was initially scheduled for 4 p.m. at the Council Chamber, eventually commenced around 5 p.m. after it was moved to the Conference Room within the President’s office.
Source: Legit.ng
