My replacement political – Kebbi deputy gov

Kebbi State Deputy Governor Umar Abubakar-Tafida has dismissed allegations that his replacement as Governor Nasir Idris’ running mate in the 2027 election is connected to the Supreme Court's ruling on the 2023 election. The All Progressives Party (APC) announced on August 16 that former Finance Commissioner Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad-Augie would replace Abubakar-Tafida in this capacity.

The decision was reportedly made after discussions with relevant stakeholders and legal experts regarding the ongoing litigation involving the 2023 governorship election. Following the 2023 election, the PDP and its candidate Aminu Bande contested Governor Idris and Tafida's victory, citing Tafida's alleged use of a forged secondary school testimonial.

However, the Court of Appeal dismissed this claim in November 2023 and the Supreme Court affirmed Governor Idris' election on January 19, 2024. Abubakar-Tafida dismissed the claim linking his replacement to the Supreme Court ruling as an attempt by his political opponents to undermine his reputation. He accepted the decision to replace him as the governor's running mate as part of the political process and emphasized that success in politics depends on divine will.

Abubakar-Tafida also noted that his relationship with Governor Idris remained strong, and they had cooperated to advance the state's interests. He reaffirmed his support for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Idris ahead of the 2027 general elections and urged his supporters to accept political developments as part of destiny.