The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Borno State, Nigeria, has announced that it will withdraw from the local government elections scheduled for December 13, 2025. The decision was taken at a recent State Executive Committee meeting in Maiduguri, according to a statement from the party’s Publicity Secretary, Amos Adziba.
The PDP cited two main reasons for its withdrawal: a lack of confidence in the Borno State Independent Electoral Commission (BOSIEC) and the prohibitive cost of expression‑of‑interest and nomination forms. The party alleges that BOSIEC has failed to provide adequate assurances of the elections’ credibility and fairness, despite being the leading opposition force in the state. It also argues that the high nomination fees ignore the country’s prevailing economic challenges and would disproportionately burden opposition parties, potentially undermining the democratic process.
In addition, the PDP expressed concern over the government’s failure to amend the electoral bill. The proposed changes would allow councilor results to be declared at the ward level and chairmanship results at local government headquarters, a reform the PDP believes is necessary to prevent the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from exploiting the system and perpetuating electoral fraud.
The PDP’s withdrawal underscores the ongoing challenges faced by opposition parties in Nigeria, a country with a history of electoral disputes and controversies. While the Borno State local government elections were set for December 13, 2025, the party’s exit is likely to affect the outcome and may have broader implications for future elections in the state. It highlights the need for electoral reform and greater transparency, and its impact on the democratic landscape in Borno State and beyond remains to be seen.
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