APC Slashes Cost Of Nomination Forms By 50% For Persons Under 40

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A 50 percent reduction in the price of nomination forms for individuals under 40 years of age, has been approved by the All Progressives Congress (APC).

APC national youth leader, Dayo Israel who made this known on Wednesday appealed to interested individuals not to abuse the opportunity.

“The APC NEC has approved 50% discount on nomination forms for everyone under 40yrs old. This is a golden opportunity, but please LET US NOT ABUSE it. The first time in the history of the APC. Glory be to the Almighty,” he wrote on his Twitter page.

The price slash means those under 40 can now purchase the nomination form for the presidential election at N50 million, instead of N100 million.

Governorship candidates under 40 will pay N25 million, instead of N50 million, while those vying for the house of representatives will pay N5 million and the senate hopefuls will pay N10 million.

It was earlier reported that All Progressives Congress (APC) had fixed N100 million as the cost for its 2023 presidential aspirants to obtain form.

The fee was approved at the ongoing National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party in Abuja.

Those eyeing the governorship ticket will purchase the form at N50 million.

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