The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party supported by Seyi Makinde has announced that 3,181 aspirants will undergo screening ahead of the 2027 general elections as the party intensifies preparations for candidate selection for various elective offices.
The breakdown includes 2,122 aspirants contesting for State House of Assembly seats, 748 for the House of Representatives, 198 for Senate positions, 112 governorship hopefuls, and one presidential aspirant.
In a statement posted on its X account on Sunday, the faction revealed the appointment of screening committees and appeal panels for the process.
“Following the approved Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections by the National Executive Committee (NEC) at its 104th Meeting, the Interim National Working Committee (iNWC) hereby announces the publication of the under-listed members to serve as the Screening Committees and Screening Appeal Panels,” the statement read.
The faction explained that the move aligns with the party’s guidelines and approved timetable for the 2027 elections.
It also stated that the nationwide screening exercise is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, by 10:00 a.m.
“Consequently, the total number of aspirants expected to be screened are: 2,122 SHOA, 748 HOR, 198 Senatorial, 112 Gubernatorial and 1 Presidential.
“For further inquiries, please contact the Member/Organizing Secretary, Interim National Working Committee at our National Secretariat.
“The exercise will take place nationwide on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM,” the statement added.
The PDP has continued to experience internal divisions stemming from a prolonged leadership dispute between the camp loyal to Makinde and the faction associated with Nyesom Wike.
The Makinde-aligned group, which inaugurated a 13-member Interim National Working Committee headed by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, has proceeded with its own election timetable, nomination form sales, and other preparations for the 2027 polls.
However, the Wike-backed camp has dismissed those actions as illegitimate.
Makinde has equally indicated interest in contesting for the party’s presidential ticket.