{
  "id": 17320153,
  "title": "Gwarzo: INEC Controversy Boosted NDC’s Popularity, Attracted More Followers in Kano",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/gwarzo-inec-controversy-boosted-ndcs-popularity-attracted-more",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-31T01:20:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/gwarzo-inec-controversy-boosted-ndcs-popularity-attracted-more-followers-in-kano/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The controversy surrounding Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo's omission from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) list of candidates for the 2027 Kano governorship election has unexpectedly bolstered the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) popularity and attracted more supporters in the region. The situation came to a head when the candidate's name was restored by INEC, leading to a calming effect on the previously tense atmosphere in Kano City.\n\nGwarzo's spokesperson, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, expressed that the controversy had vindicated the party's commitment to following all the necessary electoral and nomination requirements. He further emphasized that the party had been confident throughout the crisis, as they had adhered to all stipulated procedures, including membership registration, the party's primary election, and the submission of the candidate's particulars. Shuaibu believed that the restoration of Gwarzo's name had strengthened their resolve and reaffirmed their confidence in the electoral process.\n\nThe NDC spokesperson noted that the initial setback had instead generated considerable public attention, sympathy, and renewed interest in the party. In fact, more people identified with the NDC, providing them with additional motivation to remain committed to the political process. Shuaibu reaffirmed the party's dedication to pursuing their political objectives through lawful and democratic means while urging supporters to remain peaceful, disciplined, and focused.\n\nThe restoration of Gwarzo's name in INEC's list of candidates has brought calm back to Kano City, which had been gripped by tension in the aftermath of the candidate's omission. Supporters of the NDC celebrated the decision, describing it as a victory for democracy and the rule of law. Local resident Shaarani Ahmad expressed relief that INEC had acted appropriately, allowing everyone to now concentrate on campaigning for their respective candidates.",
  "summary": "• Calm returns to state Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano The Kano State Governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has said the controversy surrounding the initial",
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    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "INEC omission boosted NDC’s support base, popularity — Gwarzo’s spokesman",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/inec-omission-boosted-ndcs-support-base-popularity-gwarzos-spokesman",
        "published": "2026-10-30T13:22:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "2027: INEC controversy has made NDC more popular in Kano – Gwarzo’s aide",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/2027-inec-controversy-has-made-ndc-more-popular-in-kano-gwarzos-aide",
        "published": "2026-10-30T14:05:31.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}