Fidelia Soriwei, Abuja
The African Democratic Congress has named Bello Ambarura, the member representing Illela/Gwadabawa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 election in Sokoto State.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by the party’s Sokoto State Publicity Secretary, Lamir Aminu, in a statement on Tuesday.
He said Ambarura would run alongside the ADC governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan-Iya.
According to Aminu, the nomination followed consultations within the party and was made in line with Section 187(1) of the 1999 Constitution.
“The nomination was made in accordance with Section 187(1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), following wide consultations and careful consideration of the qualities required to build a strong, competent and people-oriented leadership team for Sokoto State,” Aminu said.
The party described Ambarura as an experienced public servant who rose through the Sokoto State Civil Service to become a Permanent Secretary before serving as Commissioner for Commerce and Industries.
He was elected to the Sokoto State House of Assembly in 2019 and served as Majority Leader until 2023, before winning election to the House of Representatives, where he currently represents Illela/Gwadabawa Federal Constituency.
Aminu said the lawmaker’s background in public administration and legislative service would add value to the party’s governorship ticket.
“His extensive experience in public administration and legislative service will complement the vision and leadership of His Excellency, Hon. Manir Muhammad Dan-Iya, as the ADC presents a capable, credible and people-centred ticket for the 2027 governorship election,” he added.
The ADC congratulated Ambarura on his nomination and urged party members, supporters and residents of Sokoto State to back the Dan-Iya/Ambarura ticket ahead of the 2027 governorship poll.
