Children of ex-presidents, governors in 2027 National Assembly race

As the 2027 general elections draw near, a new group of political figures have emerged - the children of former Nigerian presidents, governors, and other influential politicians. According to research by the International Centre for Investigative Reporting, these heirs are vying for seats in the National Assembly from various states.

Among the 12 identified contenders are the descendants of former heads of state, such as Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the daughter of the late Jimoh Abdul Akpoti and current Senator representing Kogi Central, who is running for Kogi Central senatorial seat on the Peoples Democratic Party ticket. Other notable children of former politicians include Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of the late President Olusegun Obasanjo, who is contesting for Ogun Central senatorial seat; Yusuf M. Buhari, the son of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, linked to Katsina State's Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency race; and Adamu A. Atiku, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who is among those linked to the 2027 National Assembly race in Adamawa State.

Additionally, the list includes Blessing O. Onuh, daughter of the late Senate President David Mark, who represents the Otukpo/Ohimini Federal Constituency and is seeking re-election; Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, daughter of the late Delta State Governor James Ibori, who represents the Ethiope East/Ethiope West Federal Constituency; and Gabriella (Omosede) Igbinedion, daughter of the renowned businessman and politician Gabriel Igbinedion, who is associated with Edo State's Ovia North-East/Ovia South-West Federal Constituency and is a candidate for the 2027 House of Representatives race.