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Council Election
Election Process
What you need to know
Download Application form
Election Criteria
Election Timetable

Chapter Election

The council election is held every two years to elect the new executive that will run the affairs of the Nigerian Chapter EGM. The council election is backed by the Nigerian Chapter’s constitution and only eligible candidates can via for elective positions if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Election Process

The election process starts with constituting an election committee that oversee and conduct a free and fair election. You can vote in the election if you are a member of the Nigerian Chapter member with an eligible membership type at the time of the election and in good standing with EGM.

What you need to know

For you to vote or get voted for, you need to know the following so that you do not get disenfranchised.

Candidate Application form

Click on the link below to download the application form. (available already)

Download

Electable Positions

Below are the electable positions

Chair
Vice Chair
Secretary
Assistant Secretary
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Assistant Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Treasurer
Councillor

Election Criteria

Click on the link below to view the election crioter

Criteria

Guidelines

Elections Criteria

This file contains an extensive overview outlining the comprehensive criteria and essential requirements necessary for individuals intending to participate in the upcoming elections. From eligibility qualifications to procedural guidelines, this document offers clear insights into the framework governing the democratic process, ensuring transparency, fairness, and equal opportunity for all potential candidates. Participants are encouraged to thoroughly review and adhere to the outlined criteria to facilitate a seamless and inclusive electoral process. Click here ↗ to download the Election Criteria

Election Timetable

Date	Event	Details
April 7th , 2026	Notice of Election	Official notice issued, marking the commencement of the electoral process
April 21st, 2026	Nomination collection	Commencement of collection of nomination forms for various positions/offices
April 28th, 2026	Background check	Initiation of background check, screening, and resolution of disputes process
May 1st - May 5th, 2026	Submission of Nomination forms/last day of submission	Deadline for submission of nomination forms for candidacy
May 6th, 2026	Last Day of Withdrawal of candidates	Final day for candidates to withdraw their nominations
May 7th, 2026	Publication of personal particulars of final candidates	Publication of personal particulars of final candidates for public review
May 8th - May 10th, 2026	Publication of official register of voters by the Election committee	Official register of voters published by the Election Committee for public access
May 11th - May 16th, 2026	Commencement of Manifesto and reach-out campaigns	Start of manifesto and reach-out campaigns for candidates
May 19th - May 26th, 2026	Date of Election	Date scheduled for the election to take place
May 26th - May 27th, 2026	Collation of results/Announcement	Collation of election results followed by official announcement of outcomes

Date	Event
April 7th , 2026	Notice of Election
April 21st, 2026	Collection of nomination forms for various positions/offices
April 28th, 2026	Background check, screening and resolution of disputes
May 1st - May 5th, 2026	Submission of Nomination forms/last day of submission
May 6th, 2026	Last Day of Withdrawal of candidates
May 7th, 2026	Publication of personal particulars of final candidates
May 8th - May 10th, 2026	Publication of official register of voters by the Election committee
May 11th - May 16th, 2026	Commencement of Manifesto and reach-out campaigns
May 19th - May 26th, 2026	Date of Election
May 26th - May 27th, 2026	Collation of results /Announcement