The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared Abdulsalam Gwarzo, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in Kano State, to contest the 2027 governorship election.
The commission confirmed that Gwarzo had fulfilled all the necessary requirements and was eligible to participate in the election.
The clearance was communicated to the NDC leadership in Kano through an official letter issued on Thursday.
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With the development, Gwarzo becomes one of the early governorship candidates to receive official clearance from INEC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Reacting to the announcement, supporters of the former Kano State commissioner described the clearance as a significant step towards reclaiming the state.
Gwarzo is expected to formally commence his governorship campaign in the coming weeks.
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