The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections, setting the stage for a keen contest for seats in the Senate and House of Representatives.

The final lists, covering the two chambers of the National Assembly, contain 4,408 candidates, according to an analysis of the candidate documents released by the electoral commission.

The figure comprises 1,195 candidates for the Senate and 3,213 candidates for the House of Representatives.

INEC’s publication comes as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections, with the presidential and National Assembly elections scheduled for January 16, 2027. The commission’s official election calendar also lists the governorship and State House of Assembly elections for February 6, 2027

Of the 4,408 candidates, 3,965 are male, while only 443 are female.

The Senate list contains 1,080 male candidates and 115 female candidates.

In the House of Representatives, there are 2,885 male candidates and 328 female candidates.

The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) fielded the highest number of female candidates across the Senate and House of Representatives races: 11 for the Senate and 42 for the House of Representatives.

INEC PUBLISHES LIST OF PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES

The electoral body on Saturday released its final list of presidential and vice-presidential candidates for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.

The list contained 18 presidential candidates and their running mates across various political parties and was signed by the INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony.

Among those on the list are President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Oyo State Governor Oluseyi Makinde of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Sandy Ojang Onor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).

Other presidential candidates are Rufai Adekunle Omo-Aje of the Action Alliance (AA), Abbas-Bin Aliyu of the Action Democratic Party (ADP), Yusuf Kabiru of the Action Peoples Party (APP), Omoyele Sowore of the African Action Congress (AAC), Sunday Adenuga of the Boot Party (BP), Adebisi Olusoji of the Democratic Labour Alliance (DLA), Sunday Okereke of the Labour Party (LP), Adewole Adebayo of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Peter Agada of the Young Progressive Party (YPP), and Nwanyanwu Daberechukwu of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).

The list also featured two female presidential candidates, Ada Elizabeth Frederick Okwori of the National Democratic Party (NDP) and Nkem Esther Okereke of the National Rescue Movement (NRM).

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Last Updated on September 13, 2026 by Grace Simon

Ademola Adeleke, the Accord candidate, was declared winner of the August 15 governorship election.

In a statement on Saturday, Oyebamiji thanked the APC members for standing by his campaign, praising their “sacrifices, resilience, prayers and unwavering belief” in him.

He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, Bisi Akande, former governor of Osun, and Adegboyega Oyetola, minister of marine and blue economy, for their guidance and support.

Oyebamiji said while he accepts the election result, the violence recorded during the poll must not be overlooked.

“While we accept the outcome of the election and congratulate the winner, we cannot forget the painful incidents of violence and the lives that were lost,” he said.

“I mourn every victim of political violence and stand in solidarity with their families.

“I call on the relevant security agencies to thoroughly investigate these incidents and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. No political contest should cost any Nigerian their life.”

The APC candidate said that although the election is over, his commitment to Osun remains unwavering.

He added that where there are legitimate concerns, his camp would continue to seek “justice and fairness through lawful and constitutional means”.

“As we now turn our attention to the 2027 general election, I call on every APC member and supporter to close ranks, strengthen our structures and rededicate ourselves to the task ahead,” he said.

“Our immediate responsibility is to mobilise for the re-election of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the success of all our candidates in Osun state.”

Adeleke had earlier extended an olive branch to Oyebamiji and other candidates after his re-election, urging them to put aside their differences and support his administration.

The governor also called on Oyebamiji to congratulate him, describing the election as a contest with “no victor, no vanquished”.

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Last Updated on August 30, 2026 by Grace Simon

US Election 2024 Live: Top Democrats Endorse Kamala Harris After Biden’s Withdrawal

. Age and Health: Biden, born in 1942, is the oldest serving president in U.S. history. Concerns about his age and health have been raised, with some suggesting a younger candidate might be better suited to handle the demands of the presidency.

. Approval Ratings: If Biden’s approval ratings are low, some might argue that a new candidate could have a better chance of winning the election and maintaining party control.

. Party Unity: Stepping down could allow for a more unified party behind a single candidate, reducing potential primary challenges and focusing resources on the general election.

. Focus on Legacy: By stepping down, Biden could focus on solidifying his legacy without the pressures of a re-election campaign, ensuring his administration’s achievements are preserved and built upon by a successor.

. Electability: Concerns about electability in the general election might drive the decision. If it appears that Biden could struggle against a potential Republican challenger, stepping aside for a more popular or dynamic candidate might be seen as a strategic move.

.Policy Continuity: By endorsing a successor like Vice President Kamala Harris, Biden could ensure continuity of his administration’s policies and priorities.

Last Updated on July 22, 2024 by Grace Simon