The Digest:
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has adjusted its 2026 primary election timetable and reduced nomination form fees for aspirants. In a statement on Tuesday, National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi announced that the purchase and submission of forms will now run from May 6 to May 13. The presidential nomination fee has been reduced from N100 million to N90 million, governorship from N50 million to N30 million, Senate from N20 million to N10 million, House of Representatives from N10 million to N5 million, and State Assembly from N3 million to N2 million. The party retains a 50 percent discount for youth and 25 percent for women and persons with disabilities.
Key Points:
- Aspirants now have lower financial barriers to contest ADC tickets.
- The presidential primary is now scheduled for May 23.
- Youth aspirants aged 18-35 get 50 percent off nomination fees.
- Women and persons with disabilities receive 25 percent discount.
- The adjustments aim to strengthen internal democracy and access.
Sources: TheCable, The Nation
