INEC Names Bilyaminu Shinkafi ADC Candidate for Zamfara

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially published Bilyaminu Shinkafi as the governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Zamfara State for the upcoming 2027 general elections. This announcement resolves uncertainties regarding the ADC's candidate for the Zamfara governorship election.

The publication aligns with Section 29(3) of the 2026 Electoral Act. Supporters of Shinkafi have hailed this confirmation as a significant milestone, expressing optimism about the ADC's prospects for victory in the state.

They believe that Shinkafi's candidacy reassures ADC supporters and well-wishers of the party's clear path toward success in the 2027 elections.