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The governing All Progressives Congress (APC) has released a list of cleared aspirants seeking to contest Senate seats on its platform across the country.

The list was released Tuesday in a statement by the spokesperson of the party, Yekini Nabena.

Unlike the list of governorship aspirants released last week, which contained the names of those not cleared to run, that of Senate only contains the names of cleared aspirants.

See full list below:

NATIONAL WORKING COMMITTEE DECISIONS ON SENATE ASPIRANTS SCREENING COMMITTEE REPORT

 

SOUTH SOUTH

 

AKWA – IBOM STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1.       H.E. SEN. GODSWILL O. AKPABIO AKWA-IBOM NORTH – WEST CLEARED
2.       SEN. EFFIONG NELSON ASUQUO AKWA-IBOM SOUTH CLEARED
3.       HON. EKPEYONG E. ETIM AKWA-IBOM NORTH – EAST CLEARED
4.       HON. KUFREABASI B. ETUK AKWA-IBOM SOUTH CLEARED
5.       MR. JAMES EKPE EFFIONG AKWA-IBOM SOUTH CLEARED

 

CROSS RIVER STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1.       SEN. BASSEY E. OTU CROSS RIVER SOUTH CLEARED
2.       CHIEF RAY UGBAI I. MORPHY CROSS RIVER NORTH CLEARED
3.       CHIEF AKIN A. RICKETTS CROSS RIVER CENTRAL CLEARED
4.       PROF. OKA MARTIN OBONO CROSS RIVER CENTRAL CLEARED
5.       NYIAM WABILY CROSS RIVER NORTH CLEARED
6.       PST. (MRS.) MBUK MAYENI CROSS RIVER SOUTH CLEARED
7.       SEN. NDOMA – EGBA VICTOR CROSS RIVER CENTRAL CLEARED
8.       DR. AYUK H. EGBE CROSS RIVER CENTRAL CLEARED

DELTA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1.       MR. EMERHOR OGHENETEGA DELTA CENTRAL CLEARED
2.       DR. MRS. MARIAN N. OGOH – ALI DELTA NORTH CLEARED
3.       SEN. OVIE OMO – AGEGE DELTA CENTRAL CLEARED
4.       H. E. DR. UDUAGHAN E. EWATA DELTA SOUTH CLEARED
5.       HON. ENGR. DORIS UBOH DELTA NORTH CLEARED
6.       GABRIEL OYIBODE   CLEARED

EDO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1.       SEN. FRANCIS ALIKIKHEMA EDO NORTH CLEARED
2.       HON. JOHN INEGBEDION EDO CENTRAL CLEARED
3.       IGBOGBO SYLVANUS EDO CENTRAL CLEARED
4.       HON. IKHARIALE A. PATRICK EDO CENTRAL CLEARED
5.       HON. PATRICK OBAHIAGHON EDO SOUTH CLEARED
6.       VICTORIA E. DIEJOMAOH EDO NORTH CLEARED
7.       ERAHABOR EMOKPAE EDO SOUTH CLEARED

BAYELSA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1.       FESTUS DAUMIEBI S. BAYELSA CENTRAL CLEARED
2.       MR. AYOBEGHA JAMES BAYELSA EAST CLEARED
3.       MR. BIOBARAKUMA DEGI – EREMIENYO BAYELSA EAST CLEARED
4.       INDUYIMI T. KOMONIBO BAYELSA CENTRAL CLEARED
5.       CAPTAIN MATTHEW KARIMO BAYELSA WEST CLEARED
6.       SILVA OPUALA – CHARLES BAYELSA CENTRAL CLEARED
7.       HON. DR. STELLA AYAMARA DORGU BAYELSA WEST CLEARED

NORTH WEST

KADUNA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       SULIEMAN ABDUL KWARI ZONE 1 CLEARED
2.       BARNABAS YUSUF BALA ZONE 3 CLEARED
3.       SEN. SHEHU SANI ZONE 2 CLEARED
4.       SEN. ZAGI CALEB ZONE CLEARED

KANO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       BARR. HAJIYA LAILA BUHARI CENTRAL CLEARED
2.       SEN. BARAU I. JIBRIN NORTH CLEARED
3.       ISA YAHAYA ZAREWA SOUTH CLEARED
4.       SEN. KABIRU IBRAHIM GAYA SOUTH CLEARED
5.       SULIEMAN IBRAHIM HALILU NORTH CLEARED
6.       SULIEMAN ABDULRAHMAN KAWU SOUTH CLEARED
7.       IBRAHIM SHEKARAU CENTRAL CLEARED

 

ZAMFARA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       ABDULAZIZ ABUBAKAR YARI WEST CLEARED
2.       HON. IKRA A. BUBIS CENTRAL CLEARED
3.       TIJANI Y. KAURA YAHAYA NORTH CLEARED

KATSINA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       BRIG. MAHARAZU ISMAIL TSIGA SOUTH CLEARED
2.       FARUK LAWAL SOUTH CLEARED
3.       MOHAMMED NUR KHALIL SOUTH CLEARED
4.       SEN. IBRAHIM M. IDA CENTRAL CLEARED
5.       MUHAMMED SAGIR USMAN CENTRAL CLEARED
6.       SEN. UMARU I. KURFI CENTRAL CLEARED
7.       ABDULLAZIZ MUSA YAR’ADUA CENTRAL CLEARED

KEBBI STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       MRS. ASIYA AMINU SOUTH CLEARED
2.       ABDULLAHI YAHAYA ABUBAKAR NORTH CLEARED
3.       MOHAMMED MALLAM ARZIKA SOUTH CLEARED
4.       IBRAHIM MUHHAMMED MERA NORTH CLEARED
5.       SEN. MUHAMMED ADAMU ALEIRO CENTRAL CLEARED
6.       SULIEMAN A. MUHAMMED NORTH CLEARED
7.       PRINCE SULE – IKO SADEEQ SANI SOUTH CLEARED
8.       SEN. IBN NA – ALLAH SOUTH CLEARED
9.       AMINU KABIR SHAMAKI CENTRAL CLEARED
10.                          DIG SULEIMAN DAUDA FAKAI (RTD) SOUTH CLEARED

 JIGAWA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       HADI UKASHATU GUMEL WEST CLEARED
2.       SEN. DANLADI ABDULLAHI SANKARA WEST CLEARED
3.       SABO MOHAMMED NAKODU SOUTH CLEARED
4.       ABDULLAHI ABUBAKAR GUMEL WEST CLEARED
5.       IBRAHIM HASSAN H. EAST CLEARED
6.       MOHAMMED AHMED GARBA EAST CLEARED
7.       ENGR. HABU AHMED GUMEL WEST CLEARED
8.       HUSSANI MOHAMMED EAST CLEARED
9.       BAR. SULEIMAN ABBA (RTD IG) SOUTH CLEARED

SOKOTO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       SEN. DR. IBRAHIM ABDULLAHI GOBIR EAST CLEARED
2.       DR. MUHAMMAD JABBI KILGORI SOUTH CLEARED
3.       SEN. ALIYU M. WAMMAKO CENTRAL CLEARED

SOUTH EAST

 

ABIA STATE

 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       HON. IHEANACHO OBIOMA ABIA CENTRAL CLEARED
2.       SIR MARCUS I. WABARA ABIA SOUTH CLEARED
3.       SEN. NKECHI NWAOGU ABIA CENTRAL CLEARED
4.       ENGR. ONYEIZU CHINEDU C. ABIA SOUTH CLEARED
5.       ONYENOLU BRIGHTMAN ABIA CENTRAL CLEARED
6.       ANYIM NYERERE CHINENYE ABIA SOUTH CLEARED

ANAMBRA STATE

 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       SEN. ANDY EMMANUEL UBA ANAMBRA SOUTH CLEARED
2.       HON. EBELE OBI ANAMBRA CENTRAL CLEARED
3.       SEN. UCHE LILIAN EKWUNIFE ANAMBRA CENTRAL CLEARED
4.       ENGR. NELSON OSELOKA ONUGBOGU ANAMBRA NORTH CLEARED
5.       CHIEF UZOMA IGBONWA ANAMBRA CENTRAL CLEARED

 

EBONYI STATE 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       PROPHET (DR.) ADOL-AWAM CHRIS SONI EBONYI NORTH CLEARED
2.       PRINCE NWAEZE ONU EBONYI SOUTH CLEARED
3.       ANN NWANYIBUIFE AGOM – EZE EBONYI SOUTH CLEARED
4.       JULIUS ALI UCHA EBONYI CENTRAL CLEARED
5.       CHIEF OGBAGA GODWIN O. EBONYI NORTH CLEARED
6.       ALO SIMEON ORIGUM EBONYI NORTH CLEARED
7.       HON. CHIEF ENYI C. ENYI EBONYI CENTRAL CLEARED
8.       CHIEF (HON) MATTHIAS J.N. ADAM EBONYI NORTH CLEARED
9.       OMO CHRISTOPHER ISU EBONYI SOUTH CLEARED
10.                          ELECHI ELECHI NNANNIA EBONYI CENTRAL CLEARED
11.                          HON. INNOCENT USO CHIME, OON EBONYI CENTRAL CLEARED

ENUGU STATE

 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       GBAZUEAGU NWEKE G. ENUGU WEST CLEARED
2.       ODO EUGENE OGBONNA ENUGU NORTH CLEARED
3.       OSITA A. OKECHUKWU ENUGU WEST CLEARED
4.       HON. HYACINTH NSUDE AKUBUILO ENUGU NORTH CLEARED
5.       BARR. MRS. IBELAKU JULIET NNAGWU ENUGU WEST CLEARED
6.       PIUS CHUKWUEMEKA EZE ENUGU WEST CLEARED
7.       MBA ANTHONY AKUBUEZE ENUGU EAST CLEARED
8.       EZEMBA UCHENNA ANN ENUGU EAST CLEARED
9.       NNAMANI OKORO NONYE S. ENUGU EAST CLEARED
10.                          ADAKU OGBU AGUOCHA ENUGU EAST CLEARED

IMO STATE

 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.       PRINCE MAXWELL PHILLIS IGWE IMO EAST (OWERRI ZONE) CLEARED
2.       UWAJUMOGU BENJAMIN CHUKWUEMEKA OKIGWE ZONE CLEARED
3.       ROCHAS ANAYO OKOROCHA IMO WEST CLEARED
4.       ENGR. EMMANUEL U. OJINERE IMO EAST (OWERRI ZONE) CLEARED
5.       CHYMA ANTHONY OWERRI ZONE CLEARED
6.       SEN. HOPE UZODIMMA IMO WEST CLEARED

SOUTH WEST

 

EKITI STATE

 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT  DECISION
1.        SEN. RAJI–RASAKI FATIMAT OLUFUNKE EKITI CENTRAL CLEARED
2.        BAMIDELE MICHEAL OPEYEMI EKITI CENTRAL CLEARED
3.        SEN. SYLVESTER AYODELE ARISE EKITI NORTH CLEARED
4.        MR. CLEMENT ADEDAYO ADEYEYE EKITI SOUTH CLEARED
5.        SEN. OLUBUNMI AYODEJI ADETUNMBI EKITI NORTH CLEARED
6.        MR FASUYI CYRIL OLUWOLE OLUSEGUN EKITI NORTH CLEARED
7.        MR. OLUWAFEMI VINCENT AJEFE EKITI NORTH CLEARED
8.        MR. OTITOJU KAYODE JULIUS EKITI NORTH CLEARED
9.        MR. OLUSEGUN AYODELE OSINKOLU EKITI NORTH CLEARED
10.    ENGR. BAMISE OLUKAYODDE OLADIPUPO EKITI NORTH CLEARED

ONDO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. ROBERT AJAYI OLUDIABISI BORROFICE ONDO NORTH CLEARED
2. SEN. YELE OMOGUNWA ONDO SOUTH CLEARED
3. SEN. DONALD OMOTAYO ALASOADURA ONDO CENTRAL CLEARED

OGUN STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. OLANREWAJU ADEYEMI TEJUOSO ABEOKUTA CENTRAL CLEARED
2. HON. OJUBELE JIMOH OLUSOLA OGUN WEST CLEARED
3. HON. BURAIMO TAOFEEK BUKONOLA OGUN EAST CLEARED
4. SEN. MUSTAPHA RAMONI OLALEKAN OGUN EAST CLEARED
5. MR TOLULOPE ODEBIYI OGUN WEST CLEARED
6. MR OLUSEGUN ADESEGUN OGUN EAST CLEARED
7. HON. HAMZAT GANIYU OLADUNJOYE OGUN CENTRAL CLEARED
8. MR. OWODUNNI OPAYEMI OGUN EAST CLEARED
9. SEN. IBIKUNLE AMOSUN OGUN CENTRAL CLEARED

 

LAGOS STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. OLUREMI TINUBU OON. LAGOS CENTRAL CLEARED
2. SEN. SOLOMON OLAMILEKAN ADEOLA LAGOS WEST CLEARED
3. SEN. BAREEHU OLUGBENGA ASHAFA LAGOS EAST CLEARED

OYO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. TESLIM K. FOLARIN OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
2. HON. TEMITOPE SUGAR OLATOYE OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
3. SEN. BUHARI ABDULFATAI OYO NORTH CLEARED
4. DR. AKINOSUN FOLARANMI OLUFISAYO OYO SOUTH CLEARED
5. MR. KOLADE DANIEL ABIMBOLA OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
6. HON. OLUOKUN GEORGE AKINTOLA OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
7. MR OYEDEMI WAKIL OYELERU OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
8. ENGR. FAOZEY OLADOTUN NURUDEEN OYO CENTRAL CLEARED
9. ABIOLA AJIMOBI OYO CENTRAL CLEARED

 

 

NORTH CENTRAL

KOGI STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. YAKUBU OSENI KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED
2. ADEDOYIN E. IBIKUNLE (MRS.) KOGI WEST CLEARED
3. DR. WILLIAM TOYIN AKANLE KOGI WEST CLEARED
4. SMART ADEYEMI KOGI WEST CLEARED
5. MALL. YAKUBUIBRAHIM A. KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED
6. NURUDEEN ABATEMI USMAN KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED
7. ALH. DALHATU M. SAKI KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED
8. IBRAHIM TAJUDEEN KOGI WEST CLEARED
9. SEN. ISAH JIBRIN KOGI EAST CLEARED
10. HON. RAJI ABDULAZEEN KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED
11. ODIDI YAHAYA AUDU KOGI EAST CLEARED
12. AJANAH MUHAMMAD KOGI CENTRAL CLEARED

KWARA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. ASHIRU OYELOLA YISA KWARA SOUTH CLEARED
2. DR. OLORIEGBE I. YAHAYA KWARA CENTRAL CLEARED
3. UMAR OLANREWAJU B. KWARA CENTRAL CLEARED
4. SULE ABBAS AHMED KWARA NORTH CLEARED
5. DANKAKA MUHEEDA OFFO KWARA SOUTH CLEARED
6. ALH. HON ILIASU IBRAHIM KWARA NORTH CLEARED
7. ABDULMUMINU MUSBAU E. KWARA CENTRAL CLEARED
8. MALL. ALUKO A. YINKA KWARA CENTRAL CLEARED
9. USMAN ABUBAKAR MORA (FCAI) KWARA NORTH CLEARED
10. SEN. AJADI M. SULEIMAN KWARA SOUTH CLEARED
11. UMAR SADIQ SULEIMAN KWARA NORTH CLEARED
12. NURUDEEN BALOGUN ADEYEMI KWARA SOUTH CLEARED
13. ALH. MOHAMMED M.HALIRU KWARA NORTH CLEARED
14. KAYODE ALABI KWARA SOUTH CLEARED

BENUE STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SENATOR GEORGE AKUME NORTH WEST ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
2. DR. MATTHIAS BYUAN T. NORTH WEST ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
3. VANDEFAN TERSUGH J. NORTH EAST ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
4. DANIEL DONALD O. BENUE SOUTH ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
5. MRS. MINI A. ORUBIBI NORTH EAST ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
6. H.E. CHIEF STEPHEN L. OFR BENUE SOUTH ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
7. HON. TSUMBU TERWASE M. NORTH EAST ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
8. BENJAMIN BEAGH N. NORTH EAST ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
9. DR. ISAAC AKWUMA EGBOJA BENUE SOUTH ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED

PLATEAU STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. PAULINE TALLEN PLATEAU SOUTH CLEARED
2. HEZEKIAH AYUBA DIMKA PLATEAU CENTRAL CLEARED
3. NANVEN NIMFEL PLATEAU SOUTH CLEARED
4. EDWARD GYANG P. PLATEAU NORTH CLEARED
5. RUFUS D. BATURE PLATEAU NORTH CLEARED
6. SAMUEL PIWUNA PLATEAU CENTRAL CLEARED
7. GONTORI B. DANLADI PLATEAU CENTRAL CLEARED
8. ADAH D. LUMUMBA PLATEAU NORTH CLEARED
9. TEEL DASHE STEPHEN PLATEAU SOUTH CLEARED
10. COMRADE JIBRIN K. BANCIR PLATEAU SOUTH CLEARED
11. IGNATIUS D. LONGJAN PLATEAU SOUTH CLEARED
12. DIKET SATSO PLANG PLATEAU CENTRAL CLEARED
   13. JACK YAKUBU PAM PLATEAU NORTH CLEARED

 

NIGER STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. DIVE UMAR ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
2. HON. MUSA MAHMOOD ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
3. UMAR FAROUK AYAWA ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
4. ABDUL IBRAHIM EBBO ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
5. SEN. DR. A.S. ABDULLAHI ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
6. MOHAMMED SANI MUSA ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
7. HALIRU ZAKARI JIKA TORO ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
8. PAUL TSADO TSWANYA ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
9. ABDULAMALIKD.U. CHECHE ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
10. SHEHU SALEH RIJAU ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
11. MUSTAPHA SANI MOHAMMED ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
12. MUHAMMADU BALA FARUK ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
13. BIMA MUHAMMAD ENAGI ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
14. YUSUF GARBA TAGWAI ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
15. SHUAIBU IBRAHIM GWADA ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
16. DR. MOHAMMED SANTUKARI ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
17. KABIR. MOHAMMED BAWA RIJAU ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
18. ALH. SALE SAHABI DARANGI ZONE ‘C’ CLEARED
19. MUHAMMAD DATTIJO USMAN ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED
20. ENGR. ADAMU ALFA ABU ZONE ‘A’ CLEARED
21. HON. AFIMIKI E. DAUDU ZONE ‘B’ CLEARED

FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY (FCT)

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. KHAIRAT ABDULRASAQ G. FCT CLEARED
2. IRETI HEEBAH KINGIBE FCT CLEARED
3. SEN. ISA MAINA FCT CLEARED
4. ZAKARI YAMMA ANGULU FCT CLEARED
5. USMAN JIBRIN WOWO FCT CLEARED
6. ZEPHANIAH B. JISALO FCT CLEARED
7. HON. MUSA TANKO ABARI FCT CLEARED
8. ABOKI ZHAWA FCT CLEARED
9. DANIEL HASSAN BWALA FCT CLEARED

NASSARAWA 

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. ABDULLAHI ADAMU NASSARAWA WEST CLEARED
2. H.E. UMAR TANKO AL-MAKURA NASSARAWA SOUTH CLEARED
3. SEN. SALIHU HUSSAIN EGYE NASSARAWA SOUTH CLEARED
4. HON. MRS. MARY .E.E. NASSARAWA NORTH CLEARED
5. RT. HON. G. AKWASHIKI NASSARAWA NORTH CLEARED

NORTH EAST

BAUCHI STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. LAWAL Y. GUMAU BAUCHI SOUTH CLEARED
2. SEN. MOHAMMED ALHAJI MOHAMMED BAUCHI CENTRAL CLEARED
3. ALIYU BAPPA MISAU BAUCHI CENTRAL CLEARED
4. DR. SAFIYA ILLIYASU MIHAMMED BAUCHI SOUTH CLEARED
5. DR. DABO ADAMU DANJUMA BAUCHI SOUTH CLEARED
6. USAMN ABUBAKAR TUGGAR BAUCHI NORTH CLEARED
7. MOHAMMED FATIMAH FAROUQ BAUCHI SOUTH CLEARED
8. DR. M.B.W. DOGO MOHAMMED BAUCHI NORTH CLEARED
9. MAGAJI MOHAMMED UDUBO BAUCHI NORTH CLEARED
10. ADAMU MOHAMMED BULKACHUWA BAUCHI NORTH CLEARED
11. HALIRU DAUDA JIKA BAUCHI CENTRAL CLEARED
12. ABDULKADIR ADAMU BAUCHI NORTH CLEARED
13. HON. (BARR.) IBRAHIM ZAILANI BAUCHI SOUTH CLEARED
14. SAMA’ILA AHMED ILAILA BAUCHI CENTRAL CLEARED

ADAMAWA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. AHMED ABUBAKAR ADAMAWA SOUTH CLEARED
2. SEN. BINTA MASI GARBA ADAMAWA NORTH CLEARED
3. ALIYU WAKILI BOYA ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED
4. HON. IBRAHIM ABUBAKAR ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED
5. BELLO HAMMAN DIRAM ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED
6. BELLO IBRAHIM ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED
7. ENGR. UMAR SULEIMAN ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED
8. AISAHTU DAHIRUAHMED ADAMAWA CENTRAL CLEARED

TARABA STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. SEN. YUSUF ABUBAKAR YUSUF TARABA CENTRAL CLEARED
2. MOHAMMED BELLO MUSTAPHA ESQ TARABA NORTH CLEARED
3. ADAMU IBRAHIM TUBASE TARABA SOUTH CLEARED
4. AHMED YUSUF TARABA NORTH CLEARED
5. ISHAYA G. BAUKO TARABA SOUTH CLEARED
6. RIMANNDE BITRUS NUHU TARABA SOUTH CLEARED

BORNO STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. DR. ABUBAKAR ALI KULLIMA BORNO NORTH CLEARED
2. SANDA ALHAJI GARBA BORNO SOUTH CLEARED
3. FATI KAKENNA ALKALIMUNGONO BORNO NORTH CLEARED
4. HON. ISA LAWAN BORNO NORTH CLEARED
5. DR. SALMA ANAS KOLO BORNO SOUTH CLEARED
6. SEN. MOHAMMED ALI NDUME BORNO SOUTH CLEARED
7. MUSA BALLA BORNO SOUTH CLEARED
8. ALI BUKAR WURGE BORNO CENTRAL CLEARED
9. SEN. ABUBAKAR S. KYARI BORNO NORTH CLEARED
10. HON. KASHIM SHETTIMA BORNO CENTRAL CLEARED

 

GOMBE STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. YORNO LIAZAROSS GOMBE SOUTH CLEARED
2. GARBA JIJJI GADAM GOMBE NORTH CLEARED
3. DR. HAJARA IBRAHIM SALIM GOMBE CENTRAL CLEARED
4. COL. BULUS K. AMOS GOMBE SOUTH CLEARED
5. KABIRU NUHU POLOMA GOMBE SOUTH CLEARED
6. MOHAMMED DANJUMA GOJE GOMBE CENTRAL CLEARED
7. SEN. SAIDU AHMED ALKALI GOMBE NORTH CLEARED

 

YOBE STATE

S/N NAME SENATORIAL DISTRICT DECISION
1. H.E. ALH. IBRAHIM GAIDAM YOBE EAST CLEARED
2. SEN. AHMED IBRAHIM LAWAN YOBE NORTH CLEARED
3. ABDULKADIR JAJERE YOBE SOUTH CLEARED
4. DR. MOHAMMED LAWAN YAHUZA YOBE NORTH CLEARED
5. ENGR. ABUBAKAR D. ALIYU YOBE SOUTH CLEARED
6. IBRAHIM MOHAMMD BOMAI YOBE SOUTH CLEARED

SIGNED:

Mr. Yekini Nabena

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I join other associates of Professor Jibril Aminu not only to mourn his passing but to celebrate the life of an extraordinary Nigerian—a man whose intellect, integrity, and influence shaped generations and transformed institutions. His recent passing in Abuja marks the end of a monumental chapter in our nation’s history.

Professor Aminu was more than a scholar; he was a national compass. As Minister of Education, he envisioned an equitable and progressive system that empowered minds and bridged social divides. Later, as Minister of Petroleum, he steered one of Nigeria’s most critical sectors with exceptional competence, transparency, and patriotic foresight. The reforms he implemented laid foundations that are still felt today.

Yet perhaps his greatest legacy lies in the quiet, determined way he mentored others. To thousands, he was a teacher. To many more, he was a father figure, a counselor, a voice of reason in turbulent times. He believed in excellence, discipline, and service above self—and he lived those values until the very end.

Professor Jibril Aminu was one of the closest friends of my late brother-in-law, Ajie Ukpabi Asika, and his wife, my eldest sister, Chief (Mrs.) Chinyere Asika. By extension, he became a cherished friend to our entire family. When he, as Minister of Education, sought to publish his visionary speeches on education in Nigeria, my sister introduced me to him.

At the time, Dilibe Onyeama and I were on the planning committee for the first Enugu International Book Fair and served on the executive committees of both the Publishers Association and the Association of Nigerian Authors. Dilibe, being a well-known author, was introduced to my sister and to Professor Aminu to collaborate on the project. Although Dilibe later withdrew from the project, I continued working on it. After editing the manuscript, I submitted it to Heinemann for publication. David Ogbodo, Professor Aminu’s dedicated and resourceful Special Assistant, provided all the necessary logistics. Despite my several trips to Heinemann in Ibadan and my best efforts, the book was unfortunately never published due to circumstances beyond my control. Nonetheless, Professor Aminu recognized my intellectual potential and encouraged me to pursue my doctorate at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

He later appointed me to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Students Loans Board, where I served as Chairman of the Establishment Committee and later as Vice Chairman of the Tenders Board. This marked my first exposure to federal-level public service and became a springboard for many of my future achievements.

As President of Klub Feminique—a circle of close, accomplished friends—I organized a fundraiser to establish a computer center. Professor Aminu’s financial support was remarkable. He not only contributed generously but also sent a high-profile representative to serve as Guest of Honour.

When he became Minister of Petroleum, he connected me with Chief Alex Nwokedi, then Public Relations Director at NNPC and also a close family friend. Through this connection, I was given the opportunity to produce and reproduce the journal Investment Opportunities in Nigeria’s Petroleum Sector. This engagement significantly boosted my career as a publisher.

When my husband faced challenges with his Owerri Modern Market project—challenges arising from efforts by detractors within the State Military Government to cancel his contract—Professor Aminu stood by us and supported the restoration of that contract. He was always there to help.

For me, the support, motivation, inspiration, and encouragement I received from Professor Aminu prepared me for much of what I have achieved in life. He was a mentor to whom I remain deeply indebted.

Nigeria has lost a giant. But his ideals live on—in the lives of those he mentored, in the institutions he strengthened, and in the future he so selflessly helped to build.

Farewell, Professor Aminu. Your light was bright. Your legacy is eternal.

Mrs Kema Chimwe is a former Minister of Aviation 

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Harakati Za Fosters Sub-Regional Integration, Development in Africa at Second Annual Conference

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Harakati Za Muungano, a not for profit organization dedicated to African unity, integration and policy reforms for the development of Africa, has hosted its second annual conference. The event held at the prestigious Accra International Conference Centre in Accra, Ghana.

The six-day conference, which ran from May 7th to May 13th, 2025, brought together distinguished delegates from 14 African countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo, Cameroon, Gabon and the Republic of Congo.

With the theme “Structural Transformation Through Deep Policy Reforms To Produce Sub-Regional Integration And Expedited Development In Africa”, the conference provided a platform for policymakers, thought leaders and experts to share insights and experiences in driving Africa’s development through policy reforms and sub-regional integration.

As Special Guest of Honour, Chief (Dr.) Dele Momodu, Chairman Ovation International, shared valuable insights from his extensive travels across Africa, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and collective actions in achieving Africa’s development goals.

A panel of distinguished speakers including the President of the International Secretariat of HARAKATI ZA MUUNGANO, Mr. Kwame Danquah, Lecturer at Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Senegal, Dr. Chérif Saloum Diatta, Former Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources in Sierra Leone, Mr. Charles Rogers, Lecturers at Université Général Lasana Conté de Sonfonia Guinea, Mr. Harouna Ly and Dr. Mamoudou Sounossy Diallo delivered thought-provoking presentations on the conference theme.

This second edition of the HARAKATI ZA MUUNGANO conference served as a catalyst for meaningful discussions, networking opportunities, and the exchange of ideas among participants fostering continuous development and integration among African countries.

Harakati Za Muungano is aimed at promoting sociopolitical policy reforms, drive progressive changes and facilitate structural transformation in key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, energy and water resources, promoting good political and economic policy reforms and to facilitate the establishment of a consolidated union in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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The Enduring Significance of June 12

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INTRODUCTION

June 12 holds an indelible place in Nigeria’s political consciousness, a date now officially designated as the nation’s “Democracy Day”. More than just a public holiday, it serves as a sad reminder of a defining moment in Nigeria’s quest for democratic governance, intricately linked to the struggles of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola. His electoral victory in the 1993 presidential election, widely acclaimed as the freest and fairest in Nigeria’s history even as at today, and its subsequent annulment, unleashed a torrent of political and legal crises that profoundly shaped the trajectory of the nation. Understanding June 12 therefore requires delving into the idealism it represents, the betrayal it embodied, and its enduring political and legal importance.

THE GENESIS OF HOPE: THE JUNE 12, 1993 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

By the early 1990s, Nigeria was tired of protracted military rule. Decades of coups, counter-coups, and authoritarian regimes had subdued political development, entrenched corruption, and fostered deep-seated distrust between the populace and the government. General Ibrahim Babangida’s military regime, having promised a transition to civilian rule, had embarked on a seemingly elaborate program. Some people dubbed it “transfixion programme” This program culminated in the presidential election of June 12, 1993.

The election itself was unique. Unlike previous multi-party contests, the Babangida regime had streamlined the political landscape to just two government-sanctioned parties: the Social Democratic Party (SDP) (“a little-to-the-left”) and the National Republican Convention (NRC) (“a little-to-the-right”). This binary choice forced a broader alignment across Nigeria’s often-fractious ethnic and religious lines. The SDP presented an unusual ticket: Chief M.K.O. Abiola, a wealthy Yoruba businessman and philanthropist from the South-West, as its presidential candidate, paired with Ambassador Babagana Kingibe, a Muslim from the North-East, as his running mate. This Muslim-Muslim ticket was unprecedented and signaled a potential shift from Nigeria’s traditional ethno-religious political divisions.

The NRC fielded Alhaji Bashir Tofa (a Kanuri) and Sylvester Ugoh (an Igbo). The electoral process on June 12, 1993, unfolded remarkably smoothly. Despite initial logistical challenges, Nigerians turned out in large numbers to vote, demonstrating an undeniable enthusiasm for democracy. The results, though never fully announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC), began to seep in, indicating a clear and decisive victory for MKO Abiola. Independent observers, both domestic and international, hailed the election as exceptionally free and fair, devoid of the widespread rigging and irregularities that had plagued previous Nigerian elections. It was a moment of genuine national unity and optimism, a powerful affirmation of the Nigerian people’s desire for self-governance. Abiola ostensibly won across Nigeria, beating Bashir Tofa even in his Gyadi-Gyadi, Albassa ward in Kano.

THE ANNULMENT: A BETRAYAL AND THE DAWN OF NATIONAL CRISIS
The ecstasy of the June 12 election was tragically short-lived. In a move that shocked the nation and the international community, the Babangida regime, on June 23, 1993, unilaterally annulled the results of the presidential election. The reasons cited were vague, ranging from “irregularities” to the need to “save the Judiciary.” This annulment was widely perceived as a direct affront to the democratic will of the Nigerian people and a cynical betrayal of the transition program.

The annulment ignited a profound political crisis. Protests erupted across the country, particularly in the South-West, Abuja and other major cities across Nigeria. Civil society organizations, human rights activists, pro-democracy groups (such as the National Democratic Coalition – NADECO), CLO, UDD and student unions galvanized public opposition. The country was plunged into a period of intense civil unrest, strikes, and widespread condemnation from international bodies and foreign governments. The annulment not only shattered public trust, but also deepened existing ethnic and regional fault lines, as many viewed the action as a deliberate attempt by the military-Northern establishment to deny the South-West its legitimate turn at the presidency.

THE STRUGGLE FOR VALIDATION AND THE FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY

The annulment of the June 12 election led to a prolonged period of agitation and repression. MKO Abiola declared himself the rightful president and was eventually arrested and detained in 1994 after declaring his intention to reclaim his mandate. He remained in detention for four years and died in custody on July 7, 1998, under suspicious circumstances that had the finger of the government, even as the country was transitioning to another civilian government.

The June 12 movement inspired a generation of pro-democracy activists, journalists, students, and labour leaders who risked their lives to challenge military dictatorship. It became a rallying point for advocating civil liberties, electoral justice, and the return to democratic governance. I was, with all humility, one of the frontline torch bearers of our fight against military dictatorship.

MKO ABIOLA’S STRUGGLE: A SYMBOL OF RESISTANCE

At the heart of the June 12 struggle was Chief M.K.O. Abiola himself. Having clearly won the election, he rightly refused to accept the annulment. He embarked on a courageous and ultimately self-sacrificing campaign to reclaim his mandate. On June 11, 1994, exactly one year after the election, Abiola declared himself president-elect in the Epetedo area of Lagos Island, asserting his rightful claim to the presidency. This act of defiance was a direct challenge to the authority of the military regime, which by now was headed by General Sani Abacha.

Abiola was subsequently arrested on June 23, 1994, on charges of treason. His incarceration became a central focus of the pro-democracy struggle. Despite immense national and international pressure, Abiola remained resolute, refusing to renounce his mandate in exchange for his freedom. His continued detention and unwavering stance served as a powerful symbol of resistance against military tyranny and a constant reminder of the unfinished democratic business. His wife, Kudirat Abiola, also became a prominent voice in the struggle, actively campaigning for her husband’s release and the revalidation of the June 12 mandate. She was tragically assassinated in 1996 in broad daylight.

Abiola’s prolonged struggle ended tragically with his death in detention on July 7, 1998, just weeks after the sudden death of General Abacha in equally sinister circumstances in Aso villa. His death, under suspicious circumstances extinguished the immediate hope for the revalidation of his mandate but solidified his place as a martyr for democracy in Nigeria who paid the ultimate supreme price for redemptive messiahnism.

THE POLITICAL IMPORTANCE OF JUNE 12

The political importance of June 12 in Nigeria cannot therefore be overstated. Symbol of Democratic Will: June 12 stands as the most potent symbol of the Nigerian people’s unequivocal desire for democratic governance. It demonstrated that Nigerians, across ethnic and religious divides, could unite and vote freely, rejecting the imposition of leadership.

Symbol of Electoral Integrity
June 12, 1993, remains a benchmark for free and fair elections in Nigeria. The transparency and credibility of that election are often cited as the gold standard against which future elections are measured.

2. National Unity

MKO Abiola’s victory cut across ethnic, religious, gender, status and regional divisions, proving that national unity and collective political will were possible in Nigeria. It challenged the long-standing narrative that Nigeria could not overcome its deep-seated ethno-religious differences.

Catalyst for Sustained Pro-Democracy Struggle: The annulment fueled a sustained and relentless pro-democracy movement. Groups such as NADECO, CLO, UDD, DA, other civil society organizations and various activists relentlessly agitated against military rule, sacrificing personal liberty and, in some cases, their lives. This pressure, both internal and external, played a significant role in ultimately forcing the military to hurriedly relinquish power in 1999.

Exposure of Military’s Ills: The June 12 saga laid bare the inherent contradictions and self-serving nature of military rule. It exposed the military’s disdain for popular will and its willingness to undermine the very transition it claimed to oversee.

Shaping the Fourth Republic: The experiences of June 12 profoundly influenced the design and character of Nigeria’s Fourth Republic, which began in 1999. The framers of the new constitution and the political elite were keenly aware of the need to prevent a repeat of such an annulment.

National Healing and Recognition: For decades, June 12 remained a contentious issue, primarily celebrated in the South-West as a “Democracy Day.” However, in a significant move towards national healing and historical recognition, President Muhammadu Buhari, on June 6, 2018, officially declared June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day, replacing May 29. This act posthumously honored MKO Abiola with the Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR), Nigeria’s highest national honour reserved only for Presidents and Heads of State. This official recognition was a crucial step in acknowledging the historical injustice and unifying the country around a shared democratic ideal.

4. Rejection of Military Rule

June 12 represents the collective will of Nigerians to reject military dictatorship. The years following the annulment saw increased pressure on the military, culminating in the return to civilian rule in 1999 after the death of General Sani Abacha.

5. Restoration of Democratic Values

The recognition of June 12 as Democracy Day affirms Nigeria’s commitment to democratic governance, civil liberties, the rule of law, and the right of the people to choose their leaders.

FROM MAY 29 TO JUNE 12: A SHIFT IN NATIONAL NARRATIVE
Before 2018, Nigeria’s Democracy Day was celebrated on May 29—the day the military handed over power to a civilian government in 1999. I argued repeatedly like many Nigerians that May 29 was merely symbolic of military benevolence rather than popular sovereignty. In contrast, June 12 embodied the people’s struggle, sacrifice, and demand for democracy. Its restoration was therefore a long held dream.

LEGAL IMPORTANCE OF JUNE 12

Beyond its political ramifications, June 12 also carries significant legal importance.

Judicial Independence and Integrity Tested: The annulment of the election, supposedly to “save the Judiciary,” ironically exposed the Judiciary’s vulnerabilities under military rule. The Judiciary was drawn into the political fracas, with conflicting court orders and legal battles that ultimately highlighted the limitations of the legal system when confronted by raw military power. The Judiciary infamously failed the country during the crisis.

Questions of Sovereign Will vs. Military Decrees: The annulment raised fundamental legal questions about the supremacy of the people’s sovereign will, expressed through a free and fair election, versus the arbitrary power of military Decrees and Edicts. The military junta argued its Decrees were supreme, but the legal community largely condemned the annulment as an illegal act, devoid of any legitimate legal basis.

Focus on Electoral Reforms: The flaws and vulnerabilities exposed by the June 12 experience spurred subsequent efforts at electoral reforms in Nigeria. There was a clear understanding of the need for robust electoral laws, transparent processes, and an independent electoral commission capable of withstanding political pressure.

Reinforcement of Constitutionalism: The struggle underscored the importance of constitutionalism and the rule of law. The arbitrary nature of the annulment reinforced the argument for a return to civilian rule governed by a written constitution that guarantees rights and limits arbitrary power.

Precedent for Popular Mandate: While the mandate was not revalidated, the June 12 experience set a powerful precedent: a free and fair election outcome, reflecting the will of the people, holds immense moral and legal weight that cannot be easily dismissed without significant repercussions. It became a benchmark against which future elections would be measured.

CONCLUSION:

June 12 is far more than just a date on the calendar; it is a national narrative woven with threads of hope, betrayal, struggle, and eventual recognition. It stands as a powerful testament to the resilience of the Nigerian people and their unwavering commitment to democratic ideals. The MKO Abiola struggle, characterized by his electoral victory, the subsequent annulment of the freest election in Nigeria’s history, and his ultimate sacrifice, served as a catalyst for a sustained pro-democracy movement that eventually led to the end of military rule.

Its political importance lies in its role as a unifying symbol of democratic will, a catalyst for political transition, and a critical lesson in the perils of authoritarianism. Legally, June 12 exposed the fragility of institutions under military rule, underscored the imperative of robust electoral laws, and reinforced the sanctity of the popular mandate. By designating June 12 as Democracy Day, Nigeria has officially acknowledged this painful yet pivotal chapter of its history, honoring the sacrifices made and reaffirming its commitment to the principles of freedom, justice, and democratic governance. The echoes of June 12 continue to echo, serving as a constant reminder that the voice of the people, expressed through the ballot box, must always be respected and upheld. Whether Nigerians have imbibed or exhibited lessons learnt from June 12 is another matter altogether.

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