Malami and Kebbi Governor Clash Over 2027 Election

Abubakar Malami, the former Attorney General of Nigeria, has announced his intention to run for the Kebbi State governorship in the 2027 elections, prompting a heated political confrontation with the current governor, Nasir Idris. Malami's declaration has escalated tensions in the state's political atmosphere, with accusations directed at the Idris administration regarding insecurity, economic failure, and poor governance.

Malami criticized the state’s performance, citing alarming statistics such as a 67.6% net school attendance rate for children aged six to fifteen and 88% of children living in multidimensional poverty. In response, Yahaya Sarki, the special adviser to Governor Idris, accused Malami of misgovernance and distorting facts.

Governor Idris dismissed Malami's candidacy as a non-threat, labeling him a political opportunist. The exchange reflects the growing political rivalry as the 2027 elections approach, with both sides trading personal attacks and highlighting the dire socio-economic realities in Kebbi State.