Makinde-backed PDP sets 2027 presidential nomination fees and timetable
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- •On May 4, 2026, the Makinde-backed PDP faction released the official timetable for the 2027 general elections.
- •The faction set the cost for presidential nomination forms and expression of interest forms as part of the election process.
- •Rival PDP blocs continue to claim control of the party, with the National Executive Committee reinstating Turaki and Arapaja as interim leaders on May 5, 2026.
- •The leadership dispute within the PDP has intensified since early May 2026, with competing factions issuing conflicting election guidelines.
- •The faction led by Makinde aims to stabilise the PDP and prepare for the 2027 elections despite internal divisions.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Makinde-backed faction consolidates control over the PDP the party could present a unified candidate slate for the 2027 elections, improving its chances against opposition parties and stabilizing its internal structure.
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