The African Democratic Congress has picked the member representing Illela/Gwadabawa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Bello Ambarura, as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Sokoto State.
The party announced the nomination in a statement on Monday signed by its Sokoto State Publicity Secretary, Lamir Aminu, who said Ambarura would run alongside the ADC governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan-Iya.
Aminu said the nomination followed extensive consultations within the party and was made in line with Section 187(1) of the 1999 Constitution.
According to him, the decision reflects the party’s resolve to present a competent and people-oriented leadership team for the state.
“The nomination was made in accordance with Section 187(1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), following wide consultations and careful consideration of the qualities required to build a strong, competent and people-oriented leadership team for Sokoto State,” Aminu said. Related News Aiyedatiwa celebrates Akeredolu’s posthumous birthday, vows to sustain ex-governor’s legacy Why Atiku needs to step down, become a statesman – APC chieftain You’re too big for REA chairmanship, Fayose’s brother tells ex-governor
