The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections, setting the stage for a competitive battle for the 109 senatorial seats across Nigeria.
The publication gives political parties and candidates a clearer picture of the contenders ahead of the February 2027 elections, with serving and former lawmakers, governors nearing the end of their terms, political newcomers and other prominent aspirants among those seeking seats in the Senate.
Several high-profile names are in the race, including governors such as Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa, Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa, Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe, Hope Uzodimma of Imo and Mai Mala Buni of Yobe.
Other notable contenders include former governors Ifeanyi Okowa and Yahaya Bello, as well as current and former lawmakers such as Godswill Akpabio, Barau Jibrin, Adams Oshiomhole and Enyinnaya Abaribe.
With the final list now published, political parties are expected to intensify campaigns, mobilisation and grassroots engagement as the 2027 elections draw closer.
