The Peoples Democratic Party in Akwa Ibom State has commenced the Sale of Nomination and Expression of Interest forms for members of the Party aspiring for the Position of Councillors across the 369 Wards in Akwa Ibom State.

According to a Release signed by the State Chairman of the PDP, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Akpan, the Party has disclosed that sale of Nomination and Expression of Interest Forms begins today, Thursday, July 18, 2024 and will end on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

The Statement by the PDP in Akwa Ibom State further indicates that the Expression of Interest forms are sold at the cost of Two hundred thousand naira only while the nomination forms cost Five Hundred thousand naira only, bringing the total to Seven hundred thousand naira for Male Aspirants.

In line with the Peoples Democratic Party’s tradition of promoting gender equality and increased participation of women in Politics, the State Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has resolved that female members of the Party aspiring for the position of Councillorship, will only pay the sum of Two Hundred Thousand naira to obtain the Expression of Interest form while the nomination forms will be free for all Female aspirants.

In meantime, The PDP has notified that the date for the Commencement of Sales of Nomination and Expression of Interest for those aspiring for the office of Chairmen across the 31 LGAs will be announced soonest.