The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the official list of candidates for the bye-elections scheduled to hold across six constituencies on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The polls, which will coincide with the Ekiti State Governorship election, are meant to fill vacant seats in the Senate, House of Representatives, and a State House of Assembly.
Here is the full list of candidates by constituency:1. Ondo South Senatorial District Adesanya Olaoluwa — APP
Faduyile Francis Adedayo — APC
Akinwumi Adeolu Harrison — APM
Nejo Funso Clement — BP
2. Nasarawa North Senatorial District Halilu Danladi Envwulu-Aza — APC
Maku Labaran — LP
John Paul Araneshri — NNPP
Emmanuel David Ombugadu — PDP
3. Rivers South East Senatorial District Douglas Fabeeke Beeka — AA
Osarosaka Ebenezer Erewari — APC
Sam Kinanee Barikpoa — LP
Nwogu Olaka Johnson — PDP
4. Enugu North Senatorial District Asogwa Ikeje Israel — APC
Aneke Kingsley Chukwuebuka — BP
Ezeme Nestor Chika — PDP
5. Kebbi State House of Assembly – Zuru Constituency Garba Aiki Rabiu — APC
Aliyu Galadima Muhammad — LP
6. Kano – Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency (House of Representatives) Rabiu Shuaibu — APC
Lawan Garba Haruna — APM
Abubakar Yahaya Muhammad — LP
The vacancies arose due to deaths, resignations, and appointments of previous office holders. Political parties recently concluded their primaries, with several using consensus arrangements to select flagbearers.
INEC has urged all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the electoral timetable and campaign guidelines as the June 20 polls approach. More details on the full timetable and guidelines are available on the commission’s official website.
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