The All Progressives Congress has reiterated the timetable earlier announced for its 2027 primary elections as political activities continue to gather momentum ahead of the next general elections.
According to the schedule released by the ruling party, the House of Representatives primaries will hold on Friday, May 15, 2026, while the Senate primaries are expected to take place on Monday, May 18, 2026.
The timetable also shows that the State House of Assembly primaries will be conducted on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, followed by the governorship primaries on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
The party further fixed Saturday, May 23, 2026, for its presidential primary election, where delegates are expected to elect the party’s flag bearer for the 2027 presidential race.
The APC had earlier unveiled the schedule as part of preparations for the forthcoming elections, with party members, aspirants and stakeholders already intensifying consultations and political engagements across different states of the federation.
Political observers believe the primaries will play a major role in shaping the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections, especially as aspirants continue to lobby party leaders and delegates in their bid to secure tickets for various elective positions.
The development comes amid growing political activities within major political parties across the country as preparations gradually begin for another election cycle.
Political observers believe the primaries will play a major role in shaping the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections, especially as aspirants continue consultations and engagements with party stakeholders across the country.
Party members and supporters are also expected to intensify preparations in the coming days as the various primary elections draw closer, with attention already shifting to the contest for key elective positions.
The development comes amid increasing political activities within major political parties nationwide as preparations gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to INEC, the 2027 general elections will hold in January and February.
