{
  "id": 6085544,
  "title": "Grassroot, not social media, wiII decide Uba Sani’s fate – Mamman-Lagos",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/grassroot-not-social-media-wiii-decide-uba-sanis-fate-mamman-lagos",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-07T01:24:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/grassroot-not-social-media-wiii-decide-uba-sanis-fate-mamman-lagos/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kaduna State's Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Sadiq Mamman-Lagos, has stated that Governor Uba Sani's re-election in 2027 will be decided by grassroot voters rather than social media influence. Addressing journalists in Kaduna, Mamman-Lagos expressed confidence in Sani's victory, asserting that the APC would outperform President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the state. Despite the surge in political activities on social media, the commissioner cautioned against interpreting online trends as predictors of electoral strength. He emphasized that politics should be conducted outside the realm of social media, and that grassroots mobilization should be prioritized instead of relying on social media popularity. Mamman-Lagos highlighted the significant role women, particularly those in rural areas, play in determining election outcomes. He noted that women's turnout at the local government level is crucial during elections. The commissioner credited improved unity, inclusion, and engagement with various communities and traditional institutions for the administration's political strength. Southern Kaduna, in particular, was identified as a potentially decisive area, citing government projects and political appointments as evidence of growing inclusion.",
  "summary": "Kaduna State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Sadiq Mamman-Lagos, has dismissed the growing influence of social media ahead of the 2027 elections, saying Governor Uba Sani’s re-election will be determined by grassroots voters. Addressing journalists in Kaduna, Mamman-Lagos expressed confidence that Governor Sani would win a second term and the APC would improve […]",
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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."
}