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Despite uncertainty the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled its official timetable for the conduct of its 2026 primary elections, outlining a detailed schedule aimed at ensuring transparency, internal democracy, and compliance with electoral regulations.

In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the timetable reflects its commitment to an orderly and credible nomination process ahead of the general elections.

According to the schedule, the sale of nomination forms will begin on May 5 and end on May 10, 2026. Aspirants are expected to submit their completed forms between May 11 and May 13.

The party will conduct screening of aspirants from May 14 to May 15, with the results to be published on May 17.

Those dissatisfied with the screening outcome will have the opportunity to appeal between May 18 and May 19, while the final list of cleared aspirants will be released on May 20.

Primary elections for legislative positions—including State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate—are slated to hold simultaneously at the ward level on May 21. Governorship primaries will follow on May 22, while the presidential primary election is scheduled for May 25.

The process will culminate in a meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee on May 26 and a Special National Convention on May 27, where final ratifications of candidates are expected to take place.

The ADC also announced the fees for nomination forms across various positions. The presidential form is pegged at ₦100 million, governorship at ₦50 million, Senate at ₦20 million, House of Representatives at ₦10 million, and State House of Assembly at ₦3 million.

To promote inclusivity, the party introduced concessional rates, offering a 50 percent discount to youths and a 25 percent reduction for women and persons with disabilities.

The party urged its members, stakeholders, and prospective aspirants to strictly adhere to the timetable and guidelines to ensure a smooth and credible primary election process.

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United States President Donald Trump has thrown away the possibility of accepting new Iran’s peace proposal.

Trump made this known in a post on his Truth Social on Saturday, stating that he would review a new Iranian peace proposal

Recall that negotiations between the two countries have not yielded positive fruits since a ceasefire came into effect on April 8.

Trump’s remark comes after Iran’s Tasnim and Fars news agencies reported that Tehran submitted a 14-point proposal to mediator Islamabad.

“I will soon be reviewing the plan that Iran has just sent to us, but can’t imagine that it would be acceptable in that they have not yet paid a big enough price for what they have done to Humanity, and the World, over the last 47 years,” Trump said.

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner over recent reports of attacks targeting Nigerians and their businesses in the country.

According to the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the envoy has been invited to a meeting scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, in Abuja, where Nigeria will formally convey its concerns over the developments.

The government said the move follows reports that recent protests in South Africa have escalated into incidents of harassment, violence, and destruction of properties belonging to foreign nationals, including Nigerians.

Officials are expected to engage the South African representative on the situation, particularly the alleged mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and the impact on their businesses.

The development echoes previous episodes of xenophobic violence in South Africa, which have, at different times, strained diplomatic relations between the two countries.

While acknowledging the tension, the Nigerian government urged its citizens to remain calm, assuring that the matter is being addressed through diplomatic channels. It also reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the welfare of Nigerians living abroad.

Nigeria and South Africa maintain strong economic and political ties, although recurring incidents involving foreign nationals have periodically tested the relationship.

The outcome of the planned meeting is expected to play a role in easing tensions and reinforcing diplomatic engagement between both nations.