Youth Party Releases Primary Election Guidelines Ahead of August 16 Bye-Elections

The Youth Party has officially released its guidelines and timetable for primary elections ahead of the bye-elections scheduled for August 16, 2025.

In a statement, the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) said the guidelines were issued in compliance with the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended) and the regulations of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

To ensure transparency and inclusivity, the party announced it would adopt a One Member, One Vote (OMOV) system.

This means all registered party members will have equal voting rights, with no provision for delegates or super delegates.

According to the released timetable, the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms will run from July 7 to July 17, 2025, followed by the screening of aspirants on July 18, 2025.

Appeals on screening outcomes will be heard on July 19, while primary elections will be conducted on July 20, with any appeals arising from the primaries scheduled for July 21, 2025.

Nomination forms are available online at https://youthpartyng.com/elections/ during the sales period. The cost of nomination is as follows: N750,000 for Senate aspirants, N250,000 for the House of Representatives, and M125,000 for the House of Assembly.

To promote inclusivity, the party has approved a 50% discount on the nomination fee for women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and youths aged 25 to 40 years.

All payments must be made directly into the designated party account.

Emphasizing its commitment to innovation, the Youth Party revealed that the primaries will be conducted electronically via online and SMS voting platforms.

The process will be secured and monitored by both party agents and INEC to ensure compliance with electoral standards of secrecy and transparency.

The NEC also assured that party registers and constituency voter lists will be made available to all aspirants without discrimination, reinforcing its promise to maintain a level playing field for all contestants.

Reaffirming its broader mission, the Youth Party urged aspirants and voters to join the movement via www.youthpartyng.com/join-movement, stating:

“The Party promotes transparent political leadership and responsible followership. We stand firmly against money politics, bribery, violence, short-termism, repression, and corruption.”