See List of Candidates for 2027 Presidential Election and their Parties
As the deadline fixed by Independent National Electoral Commission INEC for political parties on May 30 to complete primaries and resolve disputes arising from the nomination process, comes to an end, Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is beginning to take shape as major political parties unveil their candidates.
The confirmed candidates emerged after primary elections conducted in different parts of the country, while some other emerged through ‘consensus’ affirmation.
The process has, however, not been without controversy. In some parties, dissatisfied aspirants and party stakeholders have raised concerns.
This development signals the beginning of a new phase in the political contest, with parties now shifting focus toward nationwide consultations, alliance-building, and preparations for full-scale campaigns.
The presidential election is scheduled for January 16, 2027.
Presidential Candidates List of Candidates in Alphabetical order:
1. Action Democratic Party (ADP) – Aliyu Bin Abbas
2. Accord Party (AP) – Gbenga Olawepo-Hashi
3. African Action Congress (AAC) – Omoyele Sowore
4. African Democratic Congress (ADC) faction – Kachikwu Dumebi Kachikwu
5. Allied Peoples Movement (APM) – Seyi Makinde
6. All Progressives Congress (APC) – Bola Tinubu
7. Labour Party – Dr. Chibuzo Okereke
8. Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) – Peter Obi
9. David Mark-led faction ADC – Atiku Abubakar
10. Nyesom Wike-backed PDP – Sandy Onor
12. Tanimu Turaki-backed PDP – Goodluck Jonathan
13. Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) – Donald Duke
14. Social Democratic Party (SDP) – Adewole Adebayo
15. Shehu Gabam-led SDP – Abimbola Akeem Atanda
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