Political Parties Meet Electoral Commission Deadline to Address Omitted Candidates

By Niger Delta Youth Council October 25, 2026

The national leaderships of the Nigeria Democratic Congress and the Action Democratic Party have successfully complied with the directive issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission to address issues regarding omitted candidates.

Both political organizations confirmed they met the strict October 24 deadline set by the electoral body for submitting corrections and ensuring that all eligible candidates are properly accounted for on the official rosters.

When asked about the status of the submission, Nigeria Democratic Congress National Publicity Secretary Osa Director confirmed that the party had completed the necessary steps prior to the expiration of the timeline.

Similarly, Action Democratic Party National Chairman Engineer Yabagi Yusuf Sani confirmed that his party met the electoral commission requirements within the stipulated timeframe, ensuring compliance with ongoing electoral preparations for the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Source reporting: Vanguard — 2026-10-25 18:29:04

This report was prepared using assisted newsroom research and remains subject to editorial review.

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