2027 gov list: PDP engages INEC over omission of Adebutu, Pantami, others

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently in discussions with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to address the omission of several of their candidates from the final list of governorship candidates for the 2027 elections, which was released on Saturday. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, informed the public on Sunday that the party is treating this matter with the seriousness it requires and is working towards a peaceful resolution in compliance with the law and established electoral guidelines.

The party has urged the affected candidates, members, and supporters to maintain calm and show patience while they engage with INEC to resolve the issue. They have assured all concerned parties that the development is being handled with the utmost seriousness and that further updates will be provided as appropriate. The PDP is dedicated to addressing all legitimate concerns with the commission.

The final list of candidates for the February 6, 2027, governorship elections, excluding PDP candidates from Ogun and Gombe states, was published by INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, on Saturday. This list, which was signed by INEC Secretary and published on the commission's website, features 13 candidates in Ogun and 16 in Gombe, with no PDP candidate listed in either state.