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Court to Rule on PDP’s Request to Include Adebutu as Candidate for Ogun Governorship

The Federal High Court will decide on Friday whether to compel INEC to publish Adebutu’s name for the 2027 election.

Governor Peter Mbah campaigning in Enugu State

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Enugu Governor Mbah Criticizes Opponents for Seeking Shortcuts in Election Campaigns

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State claims his opponents are avoiding direct engagement with voters.

Eric Opah speaking at a press conference in Umuahia.

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Abia APC Governorship Candidate Eric Opah Denies Alliance Rumors

Eric Opah, the All Progressives Congress candidate for governor in Abia State, says he is not in alliance with any other candidates.

Bimbo Adekanmbi speaking at a campaign event.

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Oyo APM Candidate Bimbo Adekanmbi Questions Senator Alli’s Achievements

Bimbo Adekanmbi challenges Senator Sharafadeen Alli to showcase his Senate accomplishments as he campaigns for governor.

Zaki Tambuwal speaking at a press conference.

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Sokoto ADC Faction Names Zaki Tambuwal as 2027 Governorship Candidate

A faction of the African Democratic Congress in Sokoto State has declared Zaki Tambuwal as its candidate for the 2027 elections.

Bimbo Adekanmbi speaking at a campaign event in Oyo State.

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Oyo Gubernatorial Candidate Challenges Rival to Offer New Ideas for Development

Bimbo Adekanmbi urges Senator Sharafadeen Alli to present innovative plans for Oyo State.

Oyo State political candidates engaged in a debate.

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Oyo State Political Parties Clash Over Governorship Candidate’s Economic Plans

The APC and APM trade criticisms regarding the economic manifesto of Senator Sharafadeen Alli.

Bimbo Adekanmbi speaking at a press conference.

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Oyo Gubernatorial Candidate Promises Quick Compensation for Circular Road Victims

Bimbo Adekanmbi vows to settle compensation claims for property owners affected by the Ibadan Circular Road project within his first 100 days if elected.

Aisha Binani campaigning in Adamawa State

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Aisha Binani Aims for Adamawa Governorship Again in 2027 After Close 2023 Race

Aisha Binani, who nearly won the governorship of Adamawa in 2023, is back in the race for 2027.

Prof. Vadlya Tame speaking at a political event.

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DLA Governorship Candidate Denies Endorsing President Tinubu for 2027

Prof. Vadlya Tame clarifies he did not support President Tinubu’s reelection bid.

DLA governorship candidates announcing support for President Tinubu.

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DLA Governorship Candidates Support Tinubu’s Re-Election Bid for 2027

The Democratic Leadership Alliance candidates back President Tinubu for the upcoming election while maintaining their own ambitions.

Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii during a television interview.

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Ebonyi Governorship Candidate Odii Promises ₦2 Trillion Investment in Six Months

Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii aims to attract significant private investment to Ebonyi State if elected.

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INEC Explains Why Some 2027 Governorship Candidates Were Left Off the List

The Independent National Electoral Commission clarifies omissions of candidates due to missing party membership registers.

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SDP Plans to Address Omission of Governorship Candidates with INEC

The Social Democratic Party will engage with the electoral commission to correct candidate omissions.

Candidates for Delta State governorship election

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18 Candidates Compete in Delta State Governorship Election for 2027

The Independent National Electoral Commission announces 18 candidates from various parties for Delta’s upcoming election.

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INEC Reveals 16 Candidates for Oyo State Governorship Election in 2027

The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced the final list of candidates for the Oyo State governorship race.

Professor Isa Ali Pantami speaking at an event.

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INEC Excludes Professor Pantami from Gombe Governorship Race

The Independent National Electoral Commission has removed Pantami from the PDP’s candidate list for Gombe.

Oladipupo Adebutu, PDP governorship candidate for Ogun State

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INEC Leaves Out PDP’s Adebutu and Running Mate from Ogun Governorship Candidates List

The Independent National Electoral Commission has excluded the PDP candidate and his deputy from the list for the upcoming election.

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Kaduna ADC Faces New Crisis Over Certificate of Return Dispute

Supporters of Hon. Idris Shuaibu Abubakar Mikati reject the Certificate of Return given to Hon. Isa Ashiru.

INEC press conference announcing election candidate details

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INEC to Release Final Candidate List for 2027 Elections on October 10, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission will unveil the final list of candidates for the 2027 governorship and State Assembly elections.