‎List of presidential candidates for 2027 election

‎Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election is already taking shape, with major political figures positioning themselves for what is expected to be a highly competitive contest. The election is scheduled for January 2027.

Key issues likely to shape the 2027 election include the economy, cost of living, unemployment, insecurity, education, and governance. Analysts believe voters will closely assess the performance of the current administration as well as the ability of opposition candidates to offer credible alternatives.

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Bola Ahmed Tinubu: All Progressives Congress (APC)

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‎Incumbent President of Nigeria (since 2023).
‎He previously served as Governor of Lagos State (1999–2007) and is a central figure in Nigeria’s modern political structure. Widely recognised for his long-standing influence in party formation, coalition building, and national politics.
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‎Atiku Abubakar: African Democratic Congress (ADC)
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‎Former Vice President (1999–2007). He is a veteran politician and businessman with multiple presidential bids over the years. Known for his national political network and strong presence in opposition politics.
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‎‎Peter Obi: ‎Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC)
‎‎Former Governor of Anambra State (2006–2014). He is known for governance-focused campaigns, fiscal discipline messaging, and a strong youth support base across Nigeria.
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‎‎Goodluck Jonathan: Peoples Democratic Party PDP (Turaki faction)
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‎President of Nigeria (2010–2015). He is known for conceding defeat in the 2015 election, a moment widely viewed as significant in Nigeria’s democratic history. He remains an influential elder statesman.
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‎Sandy Onor: PDP (Wike-aligned faction)
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‎A former senator and academic from Cross River State. He is associated with legislative experience and regional political engagement within PDP structures.
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‎‎Seyi Makinde: Advanced Peoples Movement (APM)
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‎Sitting Governor of Oyo State. He has a background in engineering and business leadership and is known for infrastructure-driven governance and administrative reforms.
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‎Chibuzo Okereke: Labour Party (LP)
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‎An emerging political figure within Labour Party structures. Limited national profile but associated with grassroots mobilisation efforts.

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‎Aliyu Bin Abbas: Action Democratic Party (ADP)
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‎A regional political actor within ADP structures with limited national prominence.

‎Adekunle Rufai Omoaje: Action Alliance (AA)
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‎Long-time party figure involved in Action Alliance leadership and internal party organisation.
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‎Dan Nwanyanwu: ‎Zenith Labour Party (ZLP)
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‎Former National Chairman of the Labour Party and founder of ZLP. Known for party administration and political restructuring experience.
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‎Adewole Adebayo: ‎Social Democratic Party (SDP)
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‎A lawyer, entrepreneur, and political advocate focused on governance reform, policy development, and national restructuring discussions.
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‎‎‎Donald Duke: ‎People’s Redemption Party (PRP)

‎Former Governor of Cross River State (1999–2007). Known for tourism development initiatives and urban renewal projects during his administration.
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‎Omoyele Sowore: African Action Congress (AAC)
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‎Human rights activist and founder of Sahara Reporters. Known for strong anti-corruption advocacy and protest-driven political engagement.
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‎Samuel M. Memeh: Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA)
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‎‎A political figure within the DLA platform with fast-growing national visibility. The DLA has reaffirmed its commitment to issue-based politics, internal democracy and good governance.
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Esther Nkem Okereke: National Rescue Movement (NRM)
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‎Female politician known for grassroots mobilisation and community-based political engagement.
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‎Ada Fredrick Okwori: National Democratic Party (NDP)
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‎She is among the few female presidential candidates announced and is active within party structures.
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‎Anita Zugwai-Chukwu: Young Progressives Party (YPP)

‎Youth-oriented political figure focused on youth inclusion and gender representation in governance.
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‎Juliet Onuoha: Youth Party (YP)
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‎Youth-focused candidate associated with grassroots political engagement and youth advocacy.

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