Candidate Information

CANDIDATE INFORMATION

BSIEC provides guidelines and requirements for individuals seeking to run for office in local government elections.

Candidate Nomination

Procedures

Expression of Interest: Individuals interested in running for office must first express their interest to their political party. Parties typically set a deadline for the submission of expression of interest forms.
Screening: Political parties conduct a screening process to verify the eligibility of candidates. This process may include background checks, verification of qualifications, and assessment of the candidate’s suitability for office.
Nomination Form: Candidates who pass the screening process are issued a nomination form by their party. The form must be completed and submitted along with any required documents and fees.
Party Primaries: Political parties conduct primaries to select their candidates for the election. The type of primary (direct or indirect) and the rules governing the process are determined by the party’s constitution and guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a Nigerian citizen.
Must be a member of a political party and have a party card.
Must meet the age requirement for the position being contested.
Must possess a minimum educational qualification as stipulated by law.
Must not have been convicted of a criminal offense involving dishonesty or fraud.
Must not have been adjudged to be of unsound mind.
Must not be a public servant or a member of the armed forces.

Documentation Required

Completed nomination form.
Party membership card.
Proof of educational qualification.
Birth certificate or affidavit of age declaration.
Certificate of clearance from the party screening committee.
Passport-sized photograph.
Nomination fee receipt.

Submission of Nomination Forms

Nomination forms and accompanying documents must be submitted to the party’s electoral committee within the specified deadline.
Late submission may result in disqualification.

Appeals Process

Candidates who are dissatisfied with the outcome of the primaries may appeal to the party’s appeal committee.
The appeal committee reviews the case and makes a final decision.

Final List of Candidates

After the completion of the primaries and resolution of any appeals, the party submits the final list of candidates to BSIEC for inclusion on the ballot.