Yobe electoral commission begins screening candidates for September 26 council elections

The Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC) has commenced the screening of candidates ahead of the local government elections scheduled for September 26. Other political news includes Governor Adeleke warning Accord members against anti-party activities and Nyesom Wike's accusations against APC governors working against him. Wike also expressed concerns about the implications of a potential loss for Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.