• INEC says 14 out of 171 associations meet requirements for political party registration
• Shortlisted groups to undergo physical verification before final approval
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• Briefing for interim chairmen and secretaries scheduled for September 17, 2025
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has shortlisted 14 associations from a total of 171 applicants seeking registration as political parties.
The announcement was made by National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, following a Commission meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
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The session reviewed preparations for upcoming off-cycle governorship elections, the Federal Capital Territory Area Council end-of-tenure election, and fresh party registration applications.
According to INEC, the 14 pre-qualified associations met requirements under Section 222 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), Section 79 of the Electoral Act 2022, and INEC’s Political Parties Regulations 2022.
The remaining 157 associations were rejected for failing to meet the threshold and will be formally notified within 24 hours.
INEC has published the names of the shortlisted associations on its official website.
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The interim chairmen and secretaries of these groups are expected to attend a briefing at INEC Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Before final registration, the Commission will carry out physical verification of all claims submitted by the shortlisted associations.
