Political Parties in Nigeria: Registered Parties in 2025, Their Slogans, Details, Headquarters, and Founding Dates
Nigeria operates a multi-party system, with political parties playing a critical role in its democratic process. As of 2025, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recognizes 19 registered political parties, a significant reduction from the 91 parties that existed prior to February 2020, when 74 were deregistered for failing to meet constitutional requirements. This article provides a comprehensive list of the 19 currently registered political parties, including their slogans, key details (leadership, ideology, and notable achievements), headquarters locations, and founding dates. Additionally, it briefly addresses the deregistered parties, noting the challenges in obtaining complete details for all 91 former parties.
Currently Registered Political Parties in Nigeria (2025)
Below is a detailed list of the 19 INEC-registered political parties, compiled from sources including INEC, Legit.ng, Nigerian Waves, and Oasdom.
- Accord (A)
- Slogan: Oneness and Progress
- Details: Founded by Rashidi Ladoja, a former Oyo State governor, Accord promotes corporatism, populism, and capitalism. It is a notable party with regional influence, particularly in Oyo State.
- National Chairman: Barr. Mohammad Lawal Nalado
- Headquarters: Plot 488, 7th Yauri Street, Area 3, Garki, Abuja
- Founded: 2006
- Notable Achievements: Has participated in multiple elections, with some representation in state assemblies.
- Action Alliance (AA)
- Slogan: Unity and Progress
- Details: A party focused on fostering unity and national development, with limited electoral success but active participation in elections.
- National Chairman: Barr. Udeze Kenneth
- Headquarters: House 57, Opposite Police Post Phase II, Kado Estate, Abuja
- Founded: 2005
- Notable Achievements: Contested in the 2023 general elections with minimal representation.
- Action Democratic Party (ADP)
- Slogan: One Destiny
- Details: Founded to challenge the dominance of APC and PDP, ADP promotes a “third force” ideology to address poor leadership and social stagnation. It has about 95,212 members.
- National Chairman: Engr. Yabayi V. Sani
- Headquarters: Plot 3379A, Mungo Park Close, Off Jesse Jackson, Asokoro New Extension, Abuja
- Founded: June 2017
- Notable Achievements: Participated in the 2019 and 2023 elections, with limited success.
- Action Peoples Party (APP)
- Slogan: Strong Economy – United Nigeria
- Details: Formed during the transition from military to civilian rule in 1998, APP promotes human rights, free elections, and national unity. It won 20 Senate seats and 68 House seats in 1999.
- National Chairman: Alh. Adamu Musa Takai
- Headquarters: No. 6 Alexander Crescent, Behind Banex Plaza, Wuse II, Abuja
- Founded: 1998
- Notable Achievements: Significant electoral success in the early Fourth Republic.
- African Action Congress (AAC)
- Slogan: Take It Back – Action
- Details: Founded by Omoyele Sowore, a 2019 presidential candidate, AAC focuses on revolutionary change and youth empowerment.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 2018
- Notable Achievements: Gained attention during the 2019 elections due to Sowore’s candidacy.
- African Democratic Congress (ADC)
- Slogan: Arise and Shine
- Details: Originally named Alliance for Democratic Change, ADC promotes social democracy, rural development, and electoral reform. It was renamed to reflect Nigerian aspirations.
- National Chairman: Chief Ralph Okey Nwosu
- Headquarters: No. 1 Capital Plaza, Nyanyan-Kuru Road, Abuja
- Founded: 2005
- Notable Achievements: Consistent participation in elections with minor representation.
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Slogan: Change
- Details: Formed on February 6, 2013, as a merger of ACN, ANPP, and CPC, APC is the ruling party since 2015, led by President Bola Tinubu (elected 2023). It promotes progressivism, social democracy, and economic populism. Dominant in the Southwest and North.
- National Chairman: Comr. Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole
- Headquarters: No. 40 Blantyre Street, Wuse II, Abuja
- Founded: February 6, 2013
- Notable Achievements: Won presidential elections in 2015, 2019, and 2023; holds the most National Assembly seats.
- All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)
- Slogan: Be Your Brother’s Keeper
- Details: Founded by Chief Chekwas Okorie, APGA promotes nationalism, decentralization, and restructuring. It has significant influence in the Southeast, particularly Anambra and Ebonyi states.
- National Chairman: Barrister Sylvester Ezeokenwa
- Headquarters: Plot 1083, Katampe District, Opposite Apo Legislative Quarters, Abuja
- Founded: 2002
- Notable Achievements: Strong performance in the 2019 elections; governs Anambra State.
- Allied Peoples Movement (APM)
- Slogan: Nigeria First
- Details: Registered with INEC in 2018, APM focuses on infrastructure, national security, and human rights.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 2018
- Notable Achievements: Limited electoral impact but active in recent elections.
- Boot Party (BP)
- Slogan: Because of Our Tomorrow
- Details: Named after “Because Of Our Tomorrow,” BP promotes technology-driven governance and youth leadership.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 2018
- Notable Achievements: Emerging party with a focus on tech-savvy leadership.
- Labour Party (LP)
- Slogan: Equal Opportunity and Social Justice
- Details: A social-democratic party that gained prominence in 2023 due to Peter Obi’s presidential candidacy, after his defection from PDP. It has strong support among youths.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 2002
- Notable Achievements: Came third in the 2023 presidential election.
- New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)
- Slogan: Peace, Equity, and Progress
- Details: Founded by Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, NNPP promotes secularism, religious tolerance, and mutual harmony. It performed strongly in the 2023 elections, coming fourth.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 2000
- Notable Achievements: Secured seats in the executive and legislature in 2023.
- National Rescue Movement (NRM)
- Slogan: Together We Can Rescue Our Nation Nigeria
- Details: Registered with INEC in 2018, NRM focuses on national unity and development.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: 1999 (registered 2018)
- Notable Achievements: Limited electoral presence but active in recent elections.
- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
- Slogan: Power to the People, Progress for the Nation
- Details: Founded in 1998, PDP was the ruling party from 1999 to 2015, dominating Nigerian politics during that period. It remains a major opposition party with significant National Assembly seats.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Wadata Plaza, Michael Okpara Street, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja
- Founded: 1998
- Notable Achievements: Won presidential elections from 1999 to 2011; strong opposition in 2023.
- Peoples Redemption Party (PRP)
- Slogan: Not specified in recent records
- Details: A socialist party founded by Mallam Aminu Kano’s supporters after withdrawing from NPN. It welcomes all Nigerians regardless of religion or ethnicity.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: September 1978
- Notable Achievements: Historically significant; limited current representation.
- Social Democratic Party (SDP)
- Slogan: Not specified in recent records
- Details: Created in 1989 by Ibrahim Babangida as a merger of PFN, PSP, and NLP, SDP promotes social democracy with leadership dominated by Northern Nigerians.
- National Chairman: Alh. Shehu Gabam
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: December 1989
- Notable Achievements: One of the major parties with state-level representation.
- Young Progressives Party (YPP)
- Slogan: Not specified in recent records
- Details: A social-democratic party formed to challenge APC and PDP, YPP promotes welfare, social justice, and equal opportunities. It won one Senate seat in 2019.
- National Chairman: Bishop Amakiri
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: June 7, 2017
- Notable Achievements: Gained prominence in 2019 with Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s candidacy.
- Zenith Labour Party (ZLP)
- Slogan: Not specified in recent records
- Details: Promotes social democracy, workers’ rights, and social welfare programs. It has representation in a few state assemblies.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: Not consistently documented; estimated 2017
- Notable Achievements: Limited but active in state-level politics.
- Zumunta Party (ZPP)
- Slogan: Not specified in recent records
- Details: A lesser-known party with minimal national presence, focusing on social democracy and local governance.
- National Chairman: Not specified in recent records
- Headquarters: Not consistently documented; contact via INEC
- Founded: Not consistently documented; estimated 2017
- Notable Achievements: Minimal electoral impact.
Deregistered Political Parties (Pre-2020)
Prior to February 2020, Nigeria had 91 registered political parties, but INEC deregistered 74 for failing to meet requirements, such as securing a minimum number of votes per state or maintaining operational offices. Comprehensive details for all 74 deregistered parties are not readily available due to limited public records and their reduced relevance post-deregistration. Below is a partial list of notable deregistered parties with available information, based on sources like Vanguard News and The Whistler.
- Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Focused on national unity and development.
- National Chairman: Alh. Ganiyu O. Galadima
- Headquarters: Suite D402, Global Plaza, Plot 366, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Jabi, Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Alliance for New Nigeria (ANN)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Aimed to promote new leadership and governance reforms.
- National Chairman: Dr. Jay Osi Samuel
- Headquarters: 20, Durban Street, Wuse II, Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Abundant Nigeria Renewal Party (ANRP)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Emphasized agriculture and technology for national growth.
- National Chairman: Tope Kolade Fasua
- Headquarters: Plot 1483, Km 27, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Carriage Way, Airport Road, Lugbe Ext., Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Better Nigeria Progressive Party (BNPP)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Focused on progressive governance and national development.
- National Chairman: Prof. Godswill Iheanyi Chukwu Nnaji
- Headquarters: Block 5, Lokoja Street, Area 8, Garki, Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Coalition for Change (C4C)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Promoted change in governance and anti-corruption measures.
- National Chairman: Rt. Hon. Dr. Geff Chizee Ojinika
- Headquarters: Block 3, No. 49 Lake Chad Crescent, Maitama, Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Democratic Alternative (DA)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Focused on alternative governance models.
- National Chairman: Prince Frank Ukonga
- Headquarters: Not specified
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Grassroots Development Party of Nigeria (GDPN)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Emphasized grassroots development and local governance.
- National Chairman: Amb. Odion Cedrack Okpebholo
- Headquarters: Nino House, No. 1, Engr. Linus Okpebholo Street, Off Bwari Dutse, FCT
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Green Party of Nigeria (GPN)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Focused on environmental sustainability and governance.
- National Chairman: Chief Sam Eke
- Headquarters: No. 5 Church Avenue, Old School Bus Stop, Orozo-Karshi Road, FCT, Abuja
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
- Hope Democratic Party (HDP)
- Slogan: Not specified
- Details: Promoted democratic principles and hope for better governance.
- National Chairman: Chief Ambrose A. Owuru
- Headquarters: Not specified
- Founded: Not specified
- Status: Deregistered in 2020.
Note: The remaining deregistered parties (e.g., Advanced Congress of Democrats, National Conscience Party, etc.) lack sufficient public records for slogans, headquarters, or founding dates. INEC’s deregistration process and limited documentation make it difficult to provide a complete list of all 91 former parties with full details.
Historical Context and Challenges
Nigeria’s political landscape has historically been dynamic, with parties forming and dissolving based on electoral performance and INEC regulations. The first political party, the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP), was founded in 1923 by Herbert Macaulay. During the First Republic (1960–1966), parties like the Northern Peoples’ Congress (NPC), National Convention of Nigerian Citizens (NCNC), and Action Group (AG) were dominant, driven by ethnic and regional ideologies. The Fourth Republic (1999–present) saw a proliferation of parties, peaking at 91 before INEC’s 2020 deregistration. The reduction to 19 parties reflects INEC’s efforts to streamline the electoral process, focusing on parties with viable structures and electoral impact.
The lack of comprehensive records for the 74 deregistered parties is a significant challenge. Many of these parties had minimal electoral presence, and their details were not consistently documented. For the most accurate and updated information, readers are encouraged to consult INEC’s official website (www.inecnigeria.org) or contact INEC directly at Plot 436, Zambezi Crescent, Maitama District, FCT, Abuja, or via phone at 0700-CALL-INEC.
Conclusion
The 19 registered political parties in Nigeria as of 2025 represent a diverse range of ideologies and regional influences, with APC and PDP remaining the dominant forces. The deregistration of 74 parties in 2020 has streamlined the political landscape, but it also highlights the transient nature of smaller parties in Nigeria’s democracy. While this article provides detailed information on the active parties, the lack of comprehensive data for all 91 former parties underscores the need for better record-keeping and public access to political party information.