Fresh Drama As PDP Alters Timetable Ahead Of Crucial Party Primaries.

In a statement released on Wednesday and jointly signed by National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong and National Organising Secretary Theophilus Dakas Shan, the party announced that the sale of nomination forms will now close on May 15, 2026.

Under the updated timetable, completed forms must be submitted by May 18, while the screening of aspirants is scheduled for May 19, 2026.

The party further clarified that aspirants seeking National and State Assembly positions will undergo screening in their respective states, while governorship and presidential hopefuls will be screened in Abuja.

According to the PDP, the adjustment was approved by the Interim National Working Committee following appeals from stakeholders and aspirants nationwide.

Meanwhile, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) says opposition leaders are still considering the option of presenting a unified presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.

Speaking on Arise News on Wednesday, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi described the departure of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso from the party as a major setback, not only for the ADC but for the wider opposition movement.

He stressed that a united opposition remains the strongest strategy against an incumbent government.

Despite the setback, Abdullahi maintained that the broader opposition coalition remains active and committed to unseating Tinubu and the APC in 2027.

He added that consultations are still ongoing among opposition figures to agree on a single presidential candidate with the capacity to challenge the ruling party effectively at the polls.