{
  "id": 4692489,
  "title": "2027: Kaduna Assembly NDC candidate urges unity for Obi-Kwankwaso ticket",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/2027-kaduna-assembly-ndc-candidate-urges-unity-for-obi-kwankwaso",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T18:47:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/2027-kaduna-assembly-ndc-candidate-urges-unity-for-obi-kwankwaso-ticket/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nigeria Democratic Congress candidate for Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yunusa Salisu, has urged party members, supporters and opponents to unite for a common cause in the upcoming 2027 general elections. Salisu, whose NDC candidacy was officially announced on August 29, 2026, expressed gratitude for being nominated by the party. The publication of his name marked a significant milestone in his political career, allowing him to serve the people of Kawo Constituency. \"Service to the People\" is his party's motto, which he hopes to embody during his tenure. Salisu emphasized that his election should not be viewed as a win over other contestants, but rather as a collective effort to support the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket. He called on fellow contestants to set aside their differences and collaborate towards a larger political objective, which is to unite and support the common ticket for a better Nigeria. He urged all party members and supporters to respect and cooperate with each other, emphasizing that unity is essential for the 2027 election. Salisu particularly appealed to young people in Kawo Constituency to actively participate in the electoral process and mobilize their communities. He thanked his family, supporters, friends, party leaders, stakeholders, and others for their contributions to his nomination. The campaign for the 2027 elections is underway, with opposition parties intensifying preparations and exploring possible alliances. The NDC is among these opposition parties participating in discussions on collaboration and a common presidential candidate. At the constituency level, Salisu emphasized the importance of mobilization to translate the party's message of service into a grassroots campaign. He concluded with a call for supporters to remain committed to the campaign, declaring: \"Service to the people! Kawo shall prosper! Nigeria will be ok!\"",
  "summary": "The Nigeria Democratic Congress candidate for the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Kawo Constituency, Yunusa Salisu, has called on party members, supporters and fellow contestants to close ranks and work together towards victory in the 2027 general elections. The candidate, whose name was officially published by the relevant electoral authorities on Saturday, August 29, 2026, Read More:…",
  "key_points": [
    "Yunusa Salisu, NDC candidate, urges unity for Obi-Kwankwaso ticket in 2027 elections.",
    "Announced as NDC candidate on August 29, 2026, for Kawo Constituency.",
    "Calls for collaboration over competition, emphasizing service to people."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "2027: Kaduna Assembly NDC candidate urges unity for Obi-Kwankwaso ticket",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/2027-kaduna-assembly-ndc-candidate-urges-unity-for-obi-kwankwaso-4692857",
        "published": "2026-08-31T18:47:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}