🇳🇬 2027 Election: INEC Lists Tinubu, Atiku and Peter Obi Among Presidential Candidates

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a list of presidential candidates and their running mates for Nigeria’s 2027 general election, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi among the leading contenders. According to reports published on September 12, 2026, INEC's list was signed by the commission's Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, and covers candidates from 18 political parties. The three major candidates are listed as: Bola Ahmed Tinubu — APC, with Kashim Shettima as running mate. Atiku Abubakar — ADC, with Rotimi Amaechi as running mate. Peter Obi — NDC, with Rabiu Kwankwaso as running mate. The development further formalises what is shaping up to be a highly competitive presidential contest. Obi recently ruled out personally stepping aside for Atiku, saying any possible opposition arrangement would now have to be negotiated between the political parties rather than between individual candidates. Importantly, INEC had already published the candidates' personal particulars and supporting credentials in August, including those of Tinubu, Atiku and Obi. Source: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-atiku-obi-confirmed-for-presidency-battle/