Zamfara election news
Zamfara State is a state in Nigeria that has been in the news recently due to the controversy surrounding the 2019 governorship election. Here are some of the latest news updates on the Zamfara election:
Supreme Court Verdict
On May 24, 2019, the Supreme Court of Nigeria nullified the election of the governor-elect, Abdulaziz Yari, and ordered a fresh election in the state. The court ruled that the All Progressives Congress (APC) did not conduct a valid primary election in the state, and therefore, its candidates were not eligible to participate in the election.
Fresh Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that a fresh election will be held in Zamfara State to fill the vacant governorship seat. The election is expected to take place on September 9, 2022.
Candidates
Several candidates have indicated interest in participating in the fresh election. Some of the notable candidates include:
- Bello Matawalle, the current governor of the state, who is seeking re-election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
- Dauda Lawal, a former senator, who is seeking to represent the APC in the election.
- Kabiru Hashim, a businessman, who is seeking to represent the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the election.
Security Concerns
The fresh election in Zamfara State has raised concerns about security in the state. The state has been plagued by banditry and kidnapping in recent years, and there are fears that the election could be disrupted by these groups.
INEC Preparations
INEC has announced that it is making preparations for the fresh election in Zamfara State. The commission has deployed personnel and materials to the state, and has also set up a special task force to ensure the success of the election.
International Observers
The European Union (EU) has announced that it will be sending observers to monitor the fresh election in Zamfara State. The EU has expressed concerns about the security situation in the state and has called on the Nigerian government to ensure a peaceful and credible election.
These are some of the latest news updates on the Zamfara election. The situation is still developing, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.