ADC Postpones Screening of Presidential and Governorship Candidates
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) postponed its screening of presidential and governorship candidates in Nigeria and subsequently formed primary committees led by Imoke and Ahmed. This affects the party's preparation for the 2027 general elections and may delay candidate selection and campaign planning. The party's ability to coordinate internally and with other political groups remains uncertain.
Reported Facts
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- •The ADC postponed the screening of presidential and governorship aspirants on May 16, 2026.
- •On May 18, 2026, the ADC appointed Imoke and Ahmed to lead the presidential primary committees.
- •The postponement delays the ADC's candidate selection process ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections.
- •The Labour Party constituted its own committee for screening aspirants around the same time.
- •The ADC's decision impacts its internal timelines and coordination for upcoming electoral campaigns.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the ADC completes candidate screening promptly after forming committees the party could recover lost time and present candidates in time for the 2027 elections, maintaining competitiveness in Nigeria's political landscape.
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Primary Sources (5)
AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)NDC appoints ex-Ebonyi gov Egwu to chair presidential screening panelAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Imoke, Ahmed lead ADC presidential primary committeesAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)ADC Postpones Screening of Presidential, Governorship Aspirants, LP Constitutes Committee for ExerciseAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)