INEC Clears 33 Candidates for Kaduna Senate Race 2027

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a final list of 33 candidates cleared to contest the three senatorial seats in Kaduna State for the National Assembly elections scheduled for January 2027. The list, signed by Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony, includes notable figures such as former Kaduna State Governor Mukhtar Ramalan Yero of the All Progressives Congress (APC), incumbent Senator Lawal Adamu Usman (Kaduna Central) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Senator Shehu Sani of the APC, and current Senator Sunday Marshal Katung of the APC.

In Kaduna North, Yero will challenge incumbent Senator Khalid of the ADC. In Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani faces Lawal Adamu Usman, who is seeking re-election.

The candidates for Kaduna South include incumbent Senator Katung, who is up against several challengers from various parties. The list details candidates' names, political affiliations, ages, genders, and qualifications.