Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially disowned and rejected a report circulating widely on social media that claimed to show a price list for expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 general election. Party officials described the viral information as false, misleading, and unauthorised, stressing that no such pricing decision has been made or communicated by the party.
The disputed price list alleged that presidential aspirants would be required to pay N200 million, governorship aspirants N150 million, senatorial candidates N100 million, House of Representatives aspirants N70 million, and state assembly hopefuls N20 million. These figures spread rapidly across social media, generating discussion and criticism over the cost of political participation in Nigeria.
In response, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, issued a statement rejecting the purported price list in unequivocal terms. He described the content as fake news and a product of mischievous imagination, emphasizing that the APC has not made any decision regarding the sale or pricing of forms for the 2027 election cycle. He urged party members, the media, and the public to disregard the report.
Morka also noted that until the appropriate party organs meet and agree on official details, no pricing information should be treated as legitimate. The APC will communicate any official form costs through recognised channels once determinations are made.
The pricing of nomination forms has been a recurring issue in Nigerian politics, often drawing public scrutiny. In the 2023 election cycle, the APC set its presidential nomination form fee at N100 million, a move that generated debate over inclusivity and barriers for less-resourced aspirants. The spread of the fake 2027 price list reflects ongoing concerns about affordability and access in political participation.
Political analysts say incidents like the circulation of a fake price list highlight the challenges of misinformation during election buildup periods, which can create confusion and false expectations. They stress the need for parties to communicate accurate information to prevent public misperception.
As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, the APC’s clarification underscores the importance of relying on official sources for accurate information. The party reiterated its commitment to transparent processes and urged citizens and aspirants to await confirmed announcements regarding nomination form pricing from authorised officials.
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