Governor Uba Sani has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the 2027 general elections in Kaduna State. He secured 459,393 affirmation votes during the party's primary election held on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Sani was the sole aspirant and received overwhelming backing from party delegates and stakeholders across the state.
Primary Exercise Lauded for Transparency
The primary exercise was monitored by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission. It drew party leaders, elected officials, delegates, and supporters from all 23 local government areas of Kaduna State. The chairman of the Kaduna State APC Governorship and House of Assembly Primary Committee, Hon. Hafiz Kawu, announced the result and commended party members for conducting a transparent and peaceful process.
According to Kawu, the exercise demonstrated growing unity within the ruling party as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 elections. The motion for the adoption of the affirmation votes was moved by Kaduna State APC Chairman, Atiku Sanke, and seconded by the Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Liman. Delegates approved the motion unanimously amid celebrations by party supporters at the venue.
Sani Pledges Continuity and Development
In his acceptance speech, Governor Sani expressed appreciation to party members, stakeholders, and residents of Kaduna State for the confidence reposed in him. He said the endorsement would further motivate his administration to strengthen inclusive governance, security, and socio-economic development across the state.
According to the governor, his administration has made progress in promoting peace and unity through dialogue, inclusion, and people-oriented policies. He cited investments in infrastructure, education, rural development, and urban renewal as part of efforts aimed at improving living conditions across Kaduna State.
Consolidating Achievements
Sani also pledged to build on the achievements already recorded by his administration while intensifying efforts to improve economic growth and stability in the state. He assured supporters that his government would remain focused on delivering policies and programmes designed to enhance peace, prosperity, and development for residents ahead of the next election cycle.
The primary exercise was widely praised for its calm conduct and absence of violence, reflecting the party's commitment to democratic processes. With this victory, Sani is set to lead the APC's campaign in Kaduna State for the 2027 governorship election.
