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PDP Begins High-Stakes Presidential, Governorship, NASS Screenings Ahead Of 2027.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday began the nationwide screening of aspirants seeking to contest under the party’s platform in the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The screening exercise covers aspirants for legislative positions, governorship seats and the presidency.
In a statement, the PDP confirmed that screenings for senatorial, House of Representatives and state assembly aspirants are currently taking place at designated centres across the country.
The party added that the screening of governorship and presidential aspirants is being conducted at the national level in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
“Today, our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), officially commenced its nationwide screening exercise for all aspirants vying for legislative and executive offices on the party’s platform ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“While the screening of senatorial, federal, and state legislative hopefuls is underway across designated centres nationwide, the high-profile screening of presidential and governorship aspirants is taking place at the national level in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, a PDP faction aligned with Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, had earlier disclosed that a total of 3,181 aspirants would participate in the screening exercise ahead of the elections.
The faction made the announcement in a statement shared on its handle on Sunday while unveiling members of its screening committees and appeal panels.
According to the statement, the aspirants include 2,122 candidates for state Houses of Assembly, 748 for the House of Representatives, 198 for Senate seats, 112 governorship aspirants and one presidential aspirant.
“Following the approved Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections by the National Executive Committee (NEC) at its 104th Meeting, the Interim National Working Committee (iNWC) hereby announces the publication of the under-listed members to serve as the Screening Committees and Screening Appeal Panels,” the statement added.
Lagos State governorship aspirant for the 2027 election, Samuel Ajose, has withdrawn from the race in support of Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Ajose announced his decision on Tuesday, describing it as a difficult choice after much personal reflection.
He said his withdrawal was aimed at promoting unity within the APC in Lagos State and ensuring political stability within the party.
Ajose explained that the decision followed deep consideration of what would best serve party members, stakeholders, and the broader interests of the APC in the state.
He said, “I know it’s a very tough decision. I didn’t sleep overnight too. I struggled with it. But when I woke up this morning I had my peace.
“So that’s why I said everything that everyone we will benefit, give it to the governors we’re still going to benefit. Because we have made sure we took care of the needs of everybody and I think it’s the best for you.
“In the interest of the party, I, Governor Samuel Ajose, have decided I will let go. I will support Governor Hamzat. We’re going to be part of the campaign and we’re going to take an important position in his campaign.”
His decision comes weeks after another Lagos governorship aspirant, Abdul-Azeez Adediran (popularly known as Jandor), also stepped down and endorsed Hamzat.
Jandor had earlier stated that his withdrawal followed the endorsement of Hamzat by President Bola Tinubu and key APC leaders in Lagos State.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a fresh amendment to its timetable for pre-nomination activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued on Tuesday and jointly signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, and National Organising Secretary, Theophilus Dakas Shan, the PDP said the adjustment was necessitated by growing requests from aspirants and stakeholders.
The party explained that the revised timetable is final, stressing the need to align with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) schedule. It urged all aspirants and party members to comply strictly with the updated dates.
Naija News reports that the PDP has fixed May 22, 2026, as the deadline for submission of completed nomination forms, while all primaries are scheduled for May 28, 2026.
According to the statement, the revised schedule includes key milestones such as special screening for previously unassessed aspirants, screening appeals, and the publication of cleared candidates.
The statement read in part: “Arising from the increasing demands from aspirants and other stakeholders, the Interim National Working Committee has approved a further and FINAL amendment to the timetable for pre-nomination activities as follows:
Last date for submission of completed forms – 22nd May, 2026
Special Screening (for those who have not been screened) – 23rd May, 2026
Screening Appeals
Publication of cleared aspirants – 25th May, 2026
Publication of cleared aspirants – 27th May, 2026
Primaries for all offices – 28th May, 2026
“All party members are advised to conform to this timetable as there would not be any further extension due to the need to meet up with the electoral umpire’s schedule.”
The Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has endorsed Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki as his preferred successor for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the endorsement comes ahead of the APC governorship primaries scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Governor Abdulrazaq said his decision followed extensive consultations with party leaders and stakeholders across the state.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the governor described Amb. Yahaya Seriki as “young, pro-people, astute, and broad-minded,” adding that he is a “strong political mobiliser” with significant goodwill across Kwara State.
He said, “I have no doubt about his capacity and that his choice is appropriate for the people of our state at this time.”
The governor further explained that the endorsement was reached after wide-ranging internal discussions within the party.
However, he stressed that other aspirants remain free to contest the party’s ticket in the primaries.
He said the endorsement of Seriki should not be seen as an attempt to undermine other qualified contenders but rather as a choice made from a pool of strong aspirants.
“The choice of Amb. Yahaya Seriki is neither a disapproval of any of our eminently qualified aspirants nor a whimsical attempt to delegitimise the noble aspirations of our people. But in a race involving some 16 great minds for one office, only one person can take the shot at a time,” he said.
Abdulrazaq urged party members to support Seriki’s candidacy, saying it would promote unity, cohesion, and continued success for the APC in the state.
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