Isa Ashiru Campaign Council Reaffirms Candidacy Amid Kaduna Political Confusion

The Isa Ashiru Campaign Council has issued a formal clarification regarding the gubernatorial candidacy of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State. Following the appearance of unauthorized campaign materials across the state, the council is urging supporters and the general public to disregard claims suggesting a change in the party’s flagbearer for the 2027 general elections.

Clarifying the Party’s Position

According to a statement released on Friday, November 13, 2026, by Dr. John Markus Ayuba, the Director General of the Isa Ashiru Campaign Council, the party has faced recent attempts by unidentified individuals to create confusion regarding its leadership. The council noted that banners appearing in various parts of Kaduna have presented an alternative individual as the ADC’s governorship candidate, a claim the council categorically denies.

The council emphasized that Rt. Hon. Isa Muhammed Ashiru remains the legitimate candidate. This status, they stated, is based on the following established facts:

• Ashiru successfully emerged as the winner of the party’s official governorship primary election.
• He has been formally issued the party’s Certificate of Return.
• As of November 13, 2026, his name is the only one reflected on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal as the ADC candidate for Kaduna State.

Legal Recourse and Democratic Process

While the campaign council acknowledged that every qualified citizen has the right to pursue political office, they stressed that such ambitions must be conducted within the boundaries of the law. The council argued that the mere erection of campaign banners or self-proclamation does not confer the status of a nominated candidate, which must be secured through official party processes and recognized by electoral authorities.

In response to the unauthorized activity, the campaign council confirmed that Rt. Hon. Isa Muhammed Ashiru has initiated legal action. By approaching the courts, the council aims to resolve the dispute through established judicial channels, expressing confidence that the legal process will uphold the party’s official records.

Maintaining Public Trust

The council concluded its statement by calling on ADC members and the broader electorate to remain focused and avoid being misled by unofficial publicity materials. They reiterated that the party’s position remains unchanged and is fully supported by documented records. As of the time of the report, no further details were provided regarding the identity of the individuals responsible for the unauthorized campaign materials or the specific timeline for the ongoing court proceedings.

The situation serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying electoral information through official channels, such as the INEC portal, to ensure political transparency as the 2027 election cycle approaches.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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