Yunusa Tanko Seeks ₦5bn from Supporter Over Ticket Dispute
Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the former National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement and current Political Adviser for Northern Nigeria to Peter Obi of the New Democratic Congress (NDC), has filed a demand for ₦5 billion in damages against fellow supporter Nmaa Ukpabi. This legal action stems from accusations of defamation related to the NDC House of Assembly ticket for Kawo Constituency in Kaduna State.
Tanko's son, Yunusa Mohammed Salisu, was controversially declared the party's candidate despite Rakiya Baba Mohammed being reported as the winner of the primary election held on May 29/30, 2026, where she received 225 votes compared to Salisu's 132 votes. Tanko's lawyers allege that Ukpabi made defamatory statements on social media, accusing Tanko of manipulating the primary election process.
The accusations included calling Tanko a “mandate thief orchestrator” and alleging that he influenced political figures to secure the ticket for his son. The dispute has raised concerns about internal party manipulation and integrity.
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