PDP Revises Primary Election Schedule in 2027

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction led by Taminu Turaki has revised its timetable for the upcoming primary election.

The change was announced in a statement jointly signed by the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, and National Organising Secretary, Theophilus Dakas Shan, on Wednesday.

According to the statement, the amendment was made in response to requests from stakeholders and aspirants nationwide.

“In response to the appeals from stakeholders and aspirants across the country, the Interim National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has amended the earlier published timetable for activities culminating in the nomination of candidates as follows:”

“End of Purchase of forms – 15th May, 2026

Last date for the submission of completed forms – 18th May, 2026

Screening of Aspirants – 19th May, 2026.

Aspirants for National and State Assemblies will be screened at their respective states, while Gubernatorial and Presidential Aspirants will be screened in Abuja.

Other activities will remain as previously announced,” the statement read.