By The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has extended the deadline for collection of Expression of interest Forms for the State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, and Governorship position on Monday, May 18, 2026.
In a statement signed by the National Secretary, Ikenna Morgan, stated that the expression of interest Forms for positions which was earlier scheduled to close at 6;00p.m on Sunday, 17th May, 2026 has been extended to 12:00 midnight on Sunday, 24th May, 2026.
The statement explained that the screening of aspirants who have purchased and completed the Expression of Interest forms will commence on Tuesday, 19th May, 2026 and will end at 6;00p.m on Tuesday, 26th May, 2026.
“The collection and return of Nomination Forms for all screened and cleared aspirants will commence on Wednesday, 20th May, 2026 and close on Tuesday, 26th May, 2026.” the statement reads.
The party urged all aspirants to ensure strict compliance with the deadline, as no extension will be granted beyond the closing date, they also notify the public about the closed form for the collection of Expression of interest forms for the office of the President.
The statement expressed that ” all aspirants are expected to appear for screening and pre-qualification interviews at designated venues across the country, as earlier advertised with the following documents: Educational certificates, Birth certificate or declaration of age, four (4) recent passport photographs, copy of voter’s identification card, NDC membership card and copy of his/her CV (Curriculum Vitae)”
The party instructed that all documents must be submitted in six copies to the screening committee. The criteria for the screening shall be based in the wishes of the electorate, Local peculiarities, capacity and competence of aspirants and character.
The party advised aspirants to embrace consensus-building, “The screening committee is to take note of the party’s affirmative action policy for women, youth and persons living with disabilities
Aspirants are also encouraged to pursue consensus-building, as only cleared aspirants will be eligible to purchase Nomination Forms” the statement reads.
