Stakeholders within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State have intensified calls for the consideration of Mallam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim as the party’s deputy governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The push for Ringim, according to party supporters, is based on his extensive political experience, grassroots connections and ability to build consensus among different stakeholders as the ADC prepares for the governorship contest.
Ringim, a former governorship candidate, former member of the House of Representatives, former Commissioner for Agriculture and former Chief of Staff, is being projected by supporters as a strategic partner to Senator Sabo Muhammad Nakudu, the ADC governorship candidate.
Supporters said his decades of political involvement and public service experience could strengthen the party’s chances by attracting support across different segments of the state.
Political observers within the party also credited Ringim with playing a role in stakeholder mobilisation and coalition building during the ADC governorship primaries, which contributed to the consolidation of support for Nakudu’s emergence as the party’s flag bearer.
The former lawmaker is also regarded as having a strong grassroots network, having previously contested the governorship election under different political platforms, a move supporters say expanded his political reach across Jigawa.
Those advocating his emergence as running mate said his experience, administrative background and acceptability among various political blocs make him an asset as the party seeks to build a formidable ticket for 2027.
However, the final decision on the choice of deputy governorship candidate remains with the ADC leadership as consultations continue ahead of the election.
2026-06-25