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APC revises 2027 election timetable, releases payment accounts

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  • The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released a revised timetable for its internal processes leading up to the 2027 general elections.
  • The schedule includes timelines for the sale and submission of forms, screening of aspirants, and primary elections.
  • The party also published bank account details for form purchases and outlined fee structures, with concessions for female, youth, and physically challenged aspirants.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially unveiled its revised timetable and schedule of activities for the upcoming 2027 general elections, signaling the commencement of its internal party processes. This comprehensive schedule, issued from the party's National Secretariat in Abuja, details crucial timelines for key stages including the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination forms, aspirant screening, and primary elections across various legislative and executive positions.

In accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), the Electoral Act 2026, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) hereby releases its revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the Elections.

— APC NoticeAnnouncing the revised timetable for the 2027 general elections.

The party has set specific dates for the sale of forms, running from April 25 to May 2, 2026, with a strict deadline for submission on May 4, 2026. Aspirant screening is slated to occur between May 6 and May 9, 2026, followed by screening appeals for State Houses of Assembly and House of Representatives aspirants on May 12-13, 2026. Primary elections are scheduled to begin on May 15, 2026, starting with the House of Representatives and concluding with presidential primaries on May 23, 2026.

Screening appeals: State House of Assembly and House of Representatives — Tuesday, 12th to Wednesday, 13th May, 2026.

— APC Schedule of ActivitiesDetailing the timeline for screening appeals.

In addition to the timeline, the APC has also published the costs associated with the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms for all positions, ranging from N1,000,000 for House of Assembly Expression of Interest forms to N70,000,000 for Presidential Nomination forms. Notably, female aspirants, youth, and physically challenged individuals are eligible for a 50% reduction on the Nomination fees, while paying the full Expression of Interest fee. All payments are to be made directly into designated APC accounts at Union Bank, UBA, and Zenith Bank. This structured approach aims to ensure smoother internal processes and coordination as the party gears up for the 2027 electoral contest.

Female aspirants, youth and physically challenged aspirants are to pay for the Expression of Interest and 50 per cent of the prescribed Nomination fees for each position.

— APC NoticeOutlining fee concessions for specific aspirant groups.
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