APC to Issue Certificates of Return to Nominated Candidates After INEC Portal Upload
APC to Issue Certificates of Return to Nominated Candidates After INEC Portal Upload
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to issue Certificates of Return to its nominated candidates following the successful completion of candidate nomination procedures and the upload of relevant Electoral Commission (EC) forms on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal.
The development comes as political parties intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections, with the candidate nomination process entering a crucial stage. According to party sources, only candidates whose details have been duly submitted and validated through the INEC Candidate Nomination Portal will be eligible to receive the official Certificates of Return.
The Certificates of Return serve as formal confirmation of a candidate’s nomination by the party and are expected to be issued after all required documentation has been completed and uploaded in line with INEC guidelines.
Party officials emphasized the importance of complying with all electoral requirements to avoid complications that could arise from incomplete submissions or discrepancies in candidate information. The move is also aimed at ensuring transparency and adherence to the electoral timetable established by INEC.
Political observers note that the issuance of Certificates of Return marks a significant milestone in the electoral process, as it officially affirms the status of candidates who emerged from party primaries and have fulfilled all necessary nomination conditions.
As the election season gathers momentum, stakeholders are closely monitoring the nomination process, with expectations that parties will strictly adhere to electoral regulations to ensure a smooth and credible transition into the campaign phase.
The APC is expected to communicate further details regarding the distribution of the Certificates of Return once the upload and verification process on the INEC portal is completed.
