The former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has emerged as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate for Kebbi State.

The announcement was made in a statement by Mr Malami’s media aide, Mohammed Doka, which was shared via the former minister’s verified Facebook page.

The statement also unveiled the ADC’s three senatorial candidates.

According to Mr Doka, Aminu Bande—a retired military officer and the 2023 governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)—was affirmed as the ADC senatorial candidate for Kebbi Central District.

Ibrahim Mera secured the ticket for Kebbi North, and Garba Limi was nominated for Kebbi South.