By Emeka Blast 
JUST IN: INEC Receives 7 Fresh Applications for Political Party Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received seven new applications from political associations seeking registration as political parties in Nigeria. This development brings the total number of applications to 129, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
🧾 FULL LIST: New Political Associations and Their Leaders
Below are the 7 newly submitted applications, along with available details of their leadership:
No. Party Name Protem Chairman Protem Secretary
1 United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Professor Ibrahim Modibbo Professor Emmanuel Adekunle
2 National Peace Congress Party of Nigeria (NPCP) Tahir Omada Not disclosed
3 Alliance for Transformation Mandates (ATM) Not disclosed Not disclosed
4 Democracy for the Citizens Party (DFP) Mrs. Victoria Bature Mrs. Teniola Harrison Nosa
5 African Renaissance Party (ARP) Dr. Adah Edache Obekpa Dr. Femi Ajetunmobi
6 United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Amedu Ben Hassanat Olatunji
7 Future Democratic Party (FDP) Not disclosed Not disclosed
📝 Note: Some of these names may be duplicates or alternate submissions from differing factions.
🖥️ INEC’s Digital Shift: New Registration Portal Incoming
🔧 Party Financial Reporting and Auditing System (PFRAS)
INEC is finalizing its online registration portal called the Party Financial Reporting and Auditing System (PFRAS). This system is designed to:
Enable political associations to submit applications online
Monitor party compliance with financial and statutory regulations
Enhance transparency in the registration and reporting process
The portal is expected to go live within the next week, according to INEC officials.
🗂️ What Happens Next?
📍 INEC’s Evaluation Process
Each of the newly submitted applications will undergo a rigorous vetting process as outlined in the:
1999 Constitution
Electoral Act 2022
INEC Guidelines on Party Registration
Only parties that meet the full criteria—including national spread, financial accountability, and organizational structure—will be approved for registration.
🗳️ Context: 2027 Elections and Political Realignments
As the 2027 general elections approach, Nigeria is witnessing:
A growing interest in alternative political platforms
Public demand for reforms and fresh voices in the political space
Calls for more youth and women representation
These new applications could reshape the political landscape if approved, especially in a country where voter sentiment is increasingly shifting away from traditional party lines.
