The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released its guidelines and timetable for the 2025 Anambra State governorship election, setting the cost of nomination and expression of interest forms at ₦50 million for aspirants seeking to contest under the party’s platform.
Gists9ja reports that Tlthe election, scheduled for November 8, 2025, is expected to be keenly contested, with APC laying out a structured process leading up to the polls.
Fee Structure and Discounts for Special Categories
According to the National Organising Secretary, Suleiman Argungu, female aspirants and persons with disabilities will enjoy a waiver on the nomination form, requiring them to pay only ₦10 million for the expression of interest form. Meanwhile, young politicians between the ages of 25 and 40 will receive a 50% discount on the nomination form fee but must still cover the cost of the expression of interest form.
Prospective aspirants must obtain their forms at the APC National Headquarters in Wuse II, Abuja, from February 10 to 25, 2025. The deadline for submitting completed forms is February 26, 2025.
Key Dates in the APC Primary Election Timetable
The party has outlined an extensive timetable for its internal selection process, ensuring compliance with the Nigerian Constitution and the Electoral Act, as stipulated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
- February 10–25: Sale of nomination, expression of interest, and delegate forms
- February 26: Submission deadline for forms
- March 7–8: Screening of aspirants
- March 10: Publication of screening results
- April 2: Delegates Congress
- April 5: APC Primary Election
- April 6: Ratification of primary election results
- April 8: Submission of the final list of candidates to the National Working Committee
- June 11: Official commencement of APC governorship campaign
- November 6: End of campaign activities
Reactions and Political Implications
The ₦50 million fee has sparked discussions within the party, with some stakeholders arguing that the high cost could discourage grassroots politicians and limit participation to wealthier aspirants. However, party officials defend the pricing, citing the need for a robust selection process and funding for electoral logistics.
With multiple aspirants already signaling their interest, the APC primary election is expected to be highly competitive. As the countdown to November 8, 2025, begins, the party is gearing up for what promises to be an intense election season in Anambra State.
