Kebbi PDP denies backing Idris for 2027 governorship poll
The Kebbi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has rejected claims that it endorsed Governor Nasir Idris of the APC for the 2027 governorship election. The party leadership insists it remains united and committed to its own candidates. The denial follows a declaration by a group of PDP stakeholders and supporters in Birnin Kebbi backing Idris. Alhaji Usman Suru, the PDP State Chairman, has urged members to disregard the endorsement reports.
Key takeaways
- The Kebbi PDP disowned reports of endorsing Governor Nasir Idris for the 2027 election.
- A group led by Lt. Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi (retd.) and other figures declared support for Idris based on his performance.
- Alhaji Usman Suru stated that the endorsement does not represent the party’s official position.
- The PDP maintains it has candidates for all elective positions, including the governorship, in the state.
- Party members were urged to remain united and ignore rumours of abandoning the PDP platform.
