The Action Peoples Party (APP) has released its official timetable for the 2027 primary elections, marking the formal commencement of its electoral process. The party's National Working Committee approved the schedule, which outlines key dates for aspirants seeking various positions. Pre-primary activities began on May 6, 2026, with the publication of the notice of primary elections across all levels. According to a statement by Imo State Publicity Secretary Steve Nnadi, the sale and submission of nomination and expression of interest forms will run from May 6 to May 25, 2026.

The list of cleared aspirants will be published on May 27, 2026. The presidential primary is set for May 27, 2026, at the party's National Headquarters. Governorship primaries will take place on May 30, 2026, at the State Secretariats. Senatorial and House of Representatives primaries are both scheduled for May 29, 2026, to be held at their respective Senatorial District and Federal Constituency Headquarters. The House of Assembly primary will occur on May 30, 2026, at the Local Government Area Headquarters.

Fees for nomination and expression of interest have been set at ₦77 million and ₦3 million respectively for the presidential race. For governorship, the fees are ₦7 million for nomination and ₦3 million for expression of interest. Senatorial aspirants must pay ₦3 million for nomination and ₦2 million for expression of interest. The fees for House of Representatives and House of Assembly primaries are not fully detailed in the source. The timetable serves as a formal notice to all aspirants and stakeholders, particularly in Imo State, to begin preparations.

💡 NaijaBuzz Take

The APP's announcement of a ₦77 million nomination fee for the presidential primary raises immediate questions about accessibility for non-wealthy aspirants. The party has set high financial thresholds at a time when public discourse increasingly scrutinizes political funding. No provision or exception is mentioned for candidates without personal wealth. The process appears to favor established financial elites over grassroots participation.

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