Governorship · Sokoto · 2027
All Progressives Congress (APC)Ahmad Aliyu&Mohammed Gobir Idris
Two lives. One ticket. Explore their journeys, the public record, and the plans for Sokoto.
Meet the people
Before the ballot,
a life in the making.
The places, education and experiences behind the people on this ticket.
Accountant and politician serving as Governor of Sokoto State since 2023. Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State (2015-2018).
From the public profile
School years & education
HND Local Government Studies, Abdu Gusau Polytechnic; PGD Management, Usmanu Danfodio University; MBA, Usmanu Danfodio University; BSc Business Administration, Usmanu Danfodio University; PhD Business Administration, Nasarawa State University
A working life
Professional career records have not yet been added.
The path into public service
2023–present
Governor
Sokoto · All Progressives Congress
Sokoto Governorship Cycle 2023-2027
Life outside
the office.
Work, writing and public family connections. The experiences and relationships beyond a political career.
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Work & organisations
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Family in public life
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The record,
in public.
Elections contested, legislation and recognition. Read the entries, follow their sources, and form your own view.
Showing Ahmad AliyuChange person
At the ballot
2027 · Gubernatorial primary
All Progressives Congress · Won · Sokoto
Record notes
also listed as: Ahmad Aliyu · INEC final list of candidates (Governorship, Sokoto State), published 2026-10-10 — SN 5; INEC name: ALIYU AHMED SOKOTO; age 56; male; qualification (as declared to INEC): MAGAJIN RAFI MODEL PRIMARY SCHOOL CERT GOVT SECONDARY SCH YABO USMANU DANFODIYO; running mate: Mohammed Gobir Idris
Read the evidence · 1 source
- inecnigeria.org
Aliyu Ahmed Sokoto — gubernatorial 2027
- inecnigeria.org
Power deserves
scrutiny.
Corruption cases, legal proceedings and asset disclosures. See what is documented, the person’s role, and the recorded outcome.
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Corruption & public accountability
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Legal proceedings & outcomes
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Assets & declarations
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What comes next?
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Manifesto
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Campaign record last checked 14 October 2026
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