| Source | Date | Title | Summary of Report | Subject/Category | Page No./Weblink | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAILY TRUST | 3RD MAY 2026 | ADC unveils timetable for 2026 primaries, pegs presidential nomination form at N100 million | The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections ahead of the 2027 general polls, fixing May 25, 2026, for its presidential primary and pegging its nomination form at ₦100 million. The party, through its spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi, said the schedule is designed to ensure internal democracy, orderliness, and compliance with the Electoral Act. The process, which is already underway, began with the collection of application forms from April 1 and will run until May 4, followed by the sale of nomination forms from May 5 to May 10. Submission of completed forms is scheduled for May 11 to May 13, after which aspirants will undergo screening on May 14 and May 15, with results to be published on May 17. Appeals will be heard between May 18 and May 19, while the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20. Primary elections for State Houses of Assembly and National Assembly seats are slated for May 21, followed by governorship primaries on May 22, and the presidential primary on May 25. The party will subsequently hold its National Executive Committee meeting on May 26 and a Special National Convention on May 27 to ratify candidates. The ADC also approved a structured fee regime, setting nomination form costs at ₦100 million for the presidency, ₦50 million for governorship, ₦20 million for Senate, ₦10 million for House of Representatives, and ₦3 million for State Assembly positions. It introduced a 50 percent discount for youths and a 25 percent reduction for women and persons with disabilities, while urging stakeholders to adhere strictly to the timetable as part of its commitment to credible leadership selection. | ADC; 2026 PRIMARIES; 2027 GENERAL ELECTIONS | DAILY TRUST | |||
| DAILY TRUST X(TWITTER) | 3RD MAY 2026 | ADC Faces Uncertainty as Obi Signals Departure, Kwankwaso Denies Final Decision Amid Consultations | Nigeria’s opposition politics is witnessing renewed speculation over possible realignments ahead of 2027, following comments from Peter Obi and clarification from Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso amid ongoing tensions within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Obi has signalled his intention to exit ADC, citing a hostile political environment, internal divisions, and recurring structural crises within opposition formations. He stressed that his decision is not driven by personal grievances with party leaders, including Atiku Abubakar, and maintained that his focus remains on national development. Kwankwaso, however, rejected reports that he has taken any final decision on his political future or that of his associates. In a detailed statement, he acknowledged ongoing consultations with political stakeholders, including discussions involving other parties such as the NDC and PRP, but said these are only exploratory and driven by broader concerns about legal and organisational instability within ADC. He pointed to multiple court-related disputes affecting the party but insisted he has not declared any defection or presidential ambition. He further reaffirmed his history of prioritising party unity and national interest over personal ambition, while noting that ADC has not yet zoned its presidential ticket. Kwankwaso said his next political direction will be communicated formally after consultations are concluded. Together, both developments highlight rising uncertainty and potential repositioning within Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 elections, though only Obi has indicated a clear intent to leave ADC while Kwankwaso maintains a consultative, non-final stance. | PETER OBI; ADC; RESIGNATION | DAILY TRUST X (TWITTER) | |||