Following these appeals, INEC extended the deadline from Saturday, August 8, 2026, to Tuesday, August 11, 2026, giving political parties an additional three days to conclude their submissions through the commission’s online portal. “We planned ahead, coordinated our structures and ensured that our candidates were successfully uploaded before the expiration of the original deadline. He explained that the exercise required meticulous coordination between the National Secretariat, state chapters, candidates and other relevant party structures. Yilwatda further stated that the development sends an important message to Nigerians about the importance of organisational capacity in choosing political parties and leaders. Yilwatda also commended the APC National Working Committee, state party leadership, candidates, election management teams and all party officials who contributed to the successful completion of the exercise.