Kebbi governor drops deputy as 2027 running mate; aide disputes consent claim

Kebbi APC says Governor Nasir Idris replaced his deputy, Umar Tafida, as his 2027 running mate because of legal concerns.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has selected Alhaji Ibrahim Augie as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, replacing the incumbent deputy.

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has selected Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad Augie as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, replacing the incumbent Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida Arugungu. The announcement was made on Sunday at the Presidential Lodge, Birnin Kebbi

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