Ahead of the scheduled Friday, May 15, 2026 House of Representatives primary election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed the exercise to Saturday, May 16, 2026, as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, the party explained that the adjustment affects only the House of Representatives primaries, while other scheduled primary election dates remain unchanged.
According to the revised timetable, the APC primary election schedule is now as follows:
- House of Representatives: Saturday, 16th May, 2026
- Senate: Monday, 18th May, 2026
- State House of Assembly: Wednesday, 20th May, 2026
- Governorship: Thursday, 21st May, 2026
- Presidential: Saturday, 23rd May, 2026
The party noted that the updated schedule is part of its preparations toward a smooth and well-coordinated primary process ahead of the 2027 general elections.