Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has set the cost of its presidential nomination form at 100 million naira ($__), ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The party also announced that its presidential primary election will be held on May 15, as aspirants prepare to contest for the ticket of Africa’s most populous nation.
The decision signals an early start to internal party processes, with the high nomination fee likely to shape the field of contenders and limit participation to well-funded candidates.
Party officials say the timetable is part of efforts to ensure a smooth and transparent selection process, though critics have long argued that such steep fees could sideline younger or less wealthy aspirants.
The APC, which currently holds power at the federal level, has yet to release further details on guidelines for aspirants or zoning arrangements ahead of the vote.