Nigeria, May 28 -- The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has slightly adjusted its nationwide primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The NDC had initially announced that its 2027 primaries for various elective positions would be held on 27 May and 28 May.

But in a statement on Wednesday night which was jointly signed by its National Chairman, Moses Cleopas and National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, NDC said the exercise would now take place on 29 May.

The party suggested that slight adjustment followed the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations and the resulting public holidays which caused major transportation and logistical challenges, including the non-availability of flights.

"Many aspirants who were in Abuja for the screening exercise,...