Yobe begins screening candidates for upcoming local government polls
Dr Ibrahim Yabani, Executive Chairman of the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission, has announced the start of candidate screening for local government elections. The screening covers chairmanship, vice-chairmanship, and councillorship positions across various zones in the state. The process is being conducted in line with constitutional guidelines, and political parties are preparing for the upcoming campaigns. Several key dates have been outlined for screening, campaigns, and the elections.
Key takeaways
- The screening of candidates is taking place from September 1 to 7, 2026, across designated zones in Yobe State.
- Political parties are scheduled to begin campaigns from September 18 to 25, 2026.
- Election materials will be deployed on September 24, 2026, ahead of the polls.
- The local government elections are fixed for September 26, 2026, across the state.
- Dr Ibrahim Yabani emphasized that the screening process strictly follows the 1999 Constitution as amended.
