NDC sets nomination timetable and fees for 2027 election

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has released the timetable and fee structure for its internal nomination process ahead of the 2027 general election, setting in motion the sale of expression of interest and nomination forms for party aspirants. The party announced that sales of expression of interest forms will run from May 13 to May 18, 2026, with screening and interviews scheduled for May 19 to May 21.

After the screening window, the sale of nomination forms will take place from May 21 to May 23, and aspirants are required to submit completed forms on or before May 25. Appeals linked to the screening process will be entertained on May 25 and May 26. The party then plans primaries for different elective offices on May 27 and May 28, with its presidential primary election scheduled for May 29, 2026, in Abuja.

The NDC said aspirants seeking tickets for state houses of assembly will be screened in their respective states, while screening for national assembly and presidential aspirants will be conducted at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. Governorship primaries will be held at the local government level. The party also said all aspirants must sign an undertaking in line...