Kebbi 2027: Idris’s Grassroots Connect, Performance Record Give APC Edge, Says Aide

The 2027 Kebbi governorship and State House of Assembly elections are focusing more on grassroots consultations, according to a statement released by Kebbi State's Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to the Governor, Abdullahi Idris Sadaukin Zuru. Zuru stated that these consultations indicate an issue-based campaign driven by the electorate's demand for transparent governance.

The key issues in this election cycle will center around the ability to carry out inclusive governance and sustain development across various sectors, including infrastructure, human capital, education, and health. The electorate, according to Zuru, is now more focused on the candidates' track record, integrity, and tangible contributions to community development rather than being swayed by rhetoric.

Governor Nasir Idris is seen as having an edge in the 2027 election due to his background as a professional teacher who later became a prominent union leader and senior political figure. This background has shaped his approach to governance, characterized by ongoing philanthropic and humanitarian efforts. Idris's administration is credited with various achievements, such as urban renewal projects, construction of roads, recruitment in key sectors, consistent payment of salaries and pensions, and initiatives for youth and women empowerment through state programs.

In contrast, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been accused of basing its campaign on unfounded allegations of mismanagement of over N600 billion in state resources. Zuru dismissed these claims as fabricated, pointing out that the ADC leadership overlooked court records related to its candidate, including the confiscation of 48 properties linked to former Attorney General Abubakar Malami.

Malami is also currently facing an N8.7 billion money laundering charge alongside his son and wife, a case still pending in court. Based on Idris's record, capacity, and public trust, Zuru predicted that Kebbi State would opt for continuity under his leadership in 2027.