2027 Kwara Governorship Race: INEC Names Danladi, Kawu, Apaokagi, Ajia, Zakari Among Candidates

2027 Kwara Governorship Race: INEC Names Danladi, Kawu, Apaokagi, Ajia, Zakari Among Candidates

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 Kwara State governorship election, setting the stage for political parties and their flag bearers ahead of the February 6, 2027 poll.

The list features prominent political figures, including the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Yakubu Danladi-Salihu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sulaiman Bolakale Kawu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Ridwan Apaokagi of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

Also listed is Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), alongside other candidates representing various political parties in the state.

Zakari Mohammed of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is also among the prominent figures in the race, representing Kwara North in the contest for the state's top executive position.

The publication of the final list is an important step in the electoral process, providing voters with information about the candidates nominated by their respective political parties.

The candidates are expected to intensify preparations and engage voters across Kwara State as the election approaches.

The 2027 governorship election is scheduled for February 6, 2027.