2027: Wike-backed PDP faction fixes May 25 for presidential primaries

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike-backed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has released its timetable for the 2027 general election, setting May 25, 2026, as the date for the presidential primary poll.

The party announced this in a communique issued at the end of the 106th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, read by the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, in Abuja on Wednesday, March 11.

The NEC fixed the submission of the membership register for April 10, State Assembly primaries for May 2, National Assembly primaries for May 9, and gubernatorial primaries for May 16.

It explained that the timetable was in line with the revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general election as issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), pursuant to the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2022.

It noted the proposed schedule of activities in compliance with the INEC timetable, including the submission of the party’s register of members to the commission and conduct of party primaries for various elective offices.

“This also included the timelines for the resolution of disputes arising from such primaries,” it added.

The PDP NEC urged all organs and stakeholders of the party to commence the necessary preparations and ensure strict adherence to the approved timetable and all relevant statutory provisions.

The NEC commended the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC) led by Abdulrahman Mohammed for its commitment and efforts in stabilising the party and guiding its affairs during this transitional period.

The committee noted with satisfaction the successful conduct of the Ward and Local Government Congresses while the State Congresses were scheduled to hold this weekend across the country.

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It expressed confidence that the congress would be peaceful, transparent, and in strict compliance with the constitution and guidelines of the party.

The NEC further approved the conduct of the zonal congresses scheduled to take place in a fortnight, as part of the party’s orderly progression toward the National Convention.

It called on all leaders, stakeholders, and members across the country to remain united, disciplined, and focused, and to support all processes leading to the successful conduct of the state, zonal, and national convention activities.

The PDP NEC also reaffirmed preparations for the forthcoming national convention scheduled for March 29 and 30, during which a new National Working Committee (NWC) would be elected in accordance with the party’s constitution.

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