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68 days to 16 January 2027
The Sokoto State Government said President Tinubu's nomination of Prof Mustapha Aliyu as an INEC commissioner was based on merit. The statement comes amid reported scrutiny of the nomination.
The Sokoto chapter of the APC has challenged ADC governorship candidate Manir Dan Iya to account for the eight-year record of the Tambuwal administration, in which he served as deputy. The party did not provide further details in the available report.
INEC has started distributing Permanent Voter Cards and displaying the voter register in Sokoto State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Sokoto State Police Command and INEC said they will strengthen collaboration to ensure a safe and peaceful environment for the 2027 general elections.
ADC governorship candidate Manir Dan'iya has called on the Sokoto state government to urgently address salary delays and welfare concerns affecting teachers, ahead of World Teachers' Day.
The PDP in Sokoto State has alleged external political influence after its senatorial candidate, Ahmed Maccido, withdrew from the 2027 race. The party did not provide further details in the available report.
ADC governorship candidate Manir Muhammad Dan'iya has called on the Sokoto State government to clarify reports of deaths linked to suspected diphtheria cases. His media aide said Dan'iya raised concern over reports that more than 50 children may have died.
INEC in Sokoto State has urged eligible voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards starting October 9, 2026. The commission also called on residents to maintain confidence in the electoral process.
An African Democratic Congress chieftain in Sokoto State, Umar Salah, has defected to the All Progressives Congress. He cited Governor Ahmed Aliyu's achievements as his reason, according to the report.
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