Nigeria's Oldest Deputy Governorship Candidates for 2027

As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, a list of the oldest deputy governorship candidates has been compiled, showcasing individuals aged 70 and above. Mustapha Aliyu Maina Ibrahim, 76, is the Peoples Democratic Party's candidate in Borno State, running with Ibrahim Abba Gana.

Oladokun Ajibola Johnson, 73, represents the Zenith Labour Party in Oyo State alongside Azzan Waheed Olanrewaju. Ajayi Israel Awolowo, 72, is the Nigeria Democratic Congress candidate in Kwara State, running with Prof. Abdulmumin Olayinka Ajia.

Afolabi Moses Folorunsho, 71, also from Kwara State, is the All Progressives Grand Alliance candidate, running with Sule Ajayi. Usman Muhammad Adamu, 70, is the Accord Party's candidate in Gombe State, paired with Madaki Auwal Haruna.

Shehu Usman Abdu, 70, represents the National Democratic Party in Bauchi State alongside Haruna Muhammad Ningi. Ossai Godwin Osumili, 70, is the Nigeria Democratic Congress candidate in Delta State, running with Chris Iyovwaye.