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INEC omission boosted NDC’s support base, popularity — Gwarzo’s spokesman

Punch Nigeria October 30, 2026 13 views
INEC omission boosted NDC’s support base, popularity — Gwarzo’s spokesman

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INEC Omission Boosts NDC's Support Base, Popularity - Gwarzo's Spokesman

Kano State Governor Race: NDC's Gwarzo Wins Back Popularity

The Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) recent decision to restore the name of Kano State gubernatorial candidate, Aminu Gwarzo, has apparently paid dividends for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), according to his spokesperson, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu.

Aminu Gwarzo's Name Restored by INEC

INEC, the electoral body responsible for overseeing elections in Nigeria, restored the name of Aminu Gwarzo to the ballot for the upcoming Kano State gubernatorial election in 2027. This decision came after Gwarzo's name was inadvertently omitted from the list of candidates during the initial registration process.

Gwarzo's Spokesman: NDC Gains from Controversy

Speaking to the press on Friday, Mr. Shuaibu stated that the controversy surrounding the omission and subsequent restoration of Gwarzo's name has boosted the popularity and support base of the NDC.

Popularity Gains for NDC in Nigeria

The incident has seemingly increased the appeal of the NDC, as Gwarzo's spokesperson attributed the party's rising popularity to the controversy. The NDC is a political party in Nigeria, competing against other major parties in the state.

Kano State Gubernatorial Race: NDC's Gwarzo Restored

Aminu Gwarzo was initially omitted from the list of candidates for the Kano State gubernatorial election due to an administrative error. However, after a thorough investigation and review, INEC resolved the issue and reinstated Gwarzo's name to the ballot.

Kano State Elections: INEC's Decision

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has made a decision that has significant implications for the upcoming Kano State elections in Nigeria. Following an investigation, INEC restored Aminu Gwarzo's name to the ballot after initially omitting his name due to an administrative error.

Kano State Governor Race: Gwarzo's Name Rescued

Amidst the Kano State gubernatorial race in Nigeria, Aminu Gwarzo, a candidate from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has seen his name reinstated to the ballot following an administrative oversight that led to his initial omission.

INEC Rescues Gwarzo in Kano State Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has intervened to save the Kano State gubernatorial election bid of Aminu Gwarzo, a candidate from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Gwarzo's name was initially excluded from the ballot due to an administrative error, but INEC resolved the matter and restored his candidacy.

Kano State Governor Race: Gwarzo's Name Restored by INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rectified a bureaucratic oversight that led to the exclusion of Aminu Gwarzo, a candidate from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), from the ballot for the Kano State gubernatorial election. Following an investigation and resolution, INEC has reinstated Gwarzo's candidacy.

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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