Nnaji Listed as Enugu Governorship Candidate Amid Trial
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) released its final list of governorship candidates on October 11, 2026, for the upcoming Enugu governorship election scheduled for February 6, 2027. Nnaji, who is currently facing a six-count charge from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has been accused of certificate forgery, giving false information, abuse of office, and money laundering.
He pleaded not guilty to these charges before the Federal High Court in Abuja in July 2026. The controversy surrounding his academic credentials arose after the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) reportedly disowned a Bachelor of Science certificate attributed to him, claiming he did not graduate from the institution.
Following these allegations, Nnaji resigned from his ministerial position. His inclusion on the INEC list has sparked questions regarding his eligibility to run for office while his criminal case is still pending in court.
Nnaji is also linked to the Rainbow movement led by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
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