Salihu Gusau, former deputy governor of Zamfara state, emerged as the African Democratic Congress candidate for the state’s 2027 governorship election after winning the party primary among delegates.
Gusau’s victory consolidates ADC’s ticket in a northwestern state grappling with banditry, displacement, and agricultural disruption that have dominated local politics for years. Party officials said delegates backed his experience in subnational administration during a contested primary season.
The former deputy governor will face rivals from larger parties whose campaigns already emphasize security reform and mining revenue transparency in a resource-rich but violence-affected region.
Primary results showed Gusau overcoming aspirants who questioned whether ADC infrastructure is sufficient for a statewide race. His supporters argue that opposition fragmentation could open paths to surprise gains if security improves marginally before voting.
Election observers caution that 2027 remains distant and coalition realignments may shift before ballots are cast. For now, Gusau’s nomination gives ADC a standard bearer linked to Zamfara’s recent political history and administrative record.
Salihu Gusau won the ADC governorship primary in Zamfara state, securing the party’s nomination for the 2027 election after serving as former deputy governor during a turbulent period in the northwest.
Gusau supporters argued his deputy governorship experience equips him to address Zamfara security crises that dominate voter concerns ahead of the 2027 contest for the state executive office.
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News Headlines May 24, 2026. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers