APC Releases 2027 Election Timetable, Nomination Fees; Sets Presidential Primary for May 15-16, 2026

By Tgnews Reporter

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially unveiled its comprehensive Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections, signaling the formal commencement of preparations for what promises to be a fiercely contested political season.

The document, signed by the Party’s National Organising Secretary, His Excellency Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, OFR, provides a structured timeline covering critical processes including the sale of nomination forms, screening of aspirants, appeals, and primary elections across all levels—from State Houses of Assembly to the Presidency.

According to the released schedule: Notice of Election to State Chapters was issued on Monday, April 20, 2026; Sale of Forms at the APC National Secretariat begins on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and runs until Saturday, May 2, 2026; Submission of completed forms and accompanying documents closes on Monday, May 4, 2026; Screening of aspirants for various positions, including Governorship, is scheduled for early May, with results to be published on Monday, May 11, 2026; Primary elections for Governorship positions are slated for Saturday, May 23, 2026, while Presidential primaries will hold from Friday, May 15 to Saturday, May 16, 2026.

The timetable also details election appeal windows and other preparatory activities designed to ensure smooth and orderly conduct of the party’s internal democratic processes.

In addition to the timeline, the APC announced fees for the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination forms.

For the Governorship position, the total fee stands at ₦50,000,000 (Fifty Million Naira), comprising ₦10 million for Expression of Interest and ₦40 million for Nomination. The Presidential ticket is pegged at ₦100,000,000 (One Hundred Million Naira).

Special concessions have been made for female aspirants, youth, and physically challenged aspirants, who are required to pay only the Expression of Interest fee plus 50% of the prescribed Nomination fee for their respective positions.

In a press statement accompanying the release, the APC reassured members, stakeholders, and the Nigerian public of its unwavering commitment to credible, transparent, and inclusive primary elections. The party emphasized that the timetable is crafted to deepen internal democracy and consolidate its progressive ideals ahead of the 2027 polls.

“These guidelines reflect our determination to conduct a fair process that allows qualified and committed individuals to emerge as standard-bearers based on merit, popularity, and vision,” the statement noted.

The APC has urged all interested members to obtain further details from the Directorate of Organisation.