Elections are being contested for the state's political structure in Kano State, Nigeria, under INEC deadlines.
Steady: 1 in the last 7 days
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The latest in this situation
- The Peoples Democratic Party is facing an internal crisis in Kano State as candidates are challenged and INEC decisions are contested.
- The party reported non-compliance after electing officials in Kano State.
- INEC is defending against legal challenges concerning the relocation of constituency collation centres in Imo State.
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) regained the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa seat in Kano State.
How it started
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What happened
Elections are being contested for the state's political structure in Kano State, Nigeria, under INEC deadlines.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Peoples Democratic Party is facing an internal crisis in Kano State as candidates are challenged and INEC decisions are contested.Sub-event
- Peter Obi and other candidates received endorsements in Kano State, monitored by INEC, during the 2022 election cycle.Sub-event
The party reported non-compliance after electing officials in Kano State.1 source
- Governor calls for peaceful electoral process in Kano State.Sub-event
Political machines are operating in Kano.1 source
- Political realignments and alliance seeking are occurring ahead of the 2027 elections in Kano State.Sub-event
- Primary elections were held in Kano, with PRP clearing Donald Duke as presidential candidate and approving Senate/House primaries.Sub-event
- A representative from the state resigned on May 26 due to primary election issues and lack of confidence, with defections involving senators from the state.Sub-event
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- The Peoples Democratic Party held a primary election for the governorship in Kano State on May 26, 2026.Sub-event
- The Independent National Electoral Commission is facing challenges regarding its powers concerning the collation of election results.Sub-event
- Abdullahi Umar Ganduje served as Kwankwaso's deputy in office in Kano State.Sub-event
Contesting elections for the state's political structure in Kano State.1 source
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The entities involved
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Kano State
state in Nigeria
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Independent National Electoral Commission
election commission in Nigeria
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New Nigeria Peoples Party
political party in Nigeria
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