Jaji Wins APC Re-run Primary in Zamfara
AI Executive Briefing
Gemini Flash AI~45s readHon. Aminu Sani Jaji has been declared the winner of the APC re-run primary for the Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency. The election was mandated by a Federal High Court ruling that nullified his previous nomination.
Context & Background
- ✦The election was a direct response to a legal challenge brought by Hassan Umar Dangaladima, which necessitated a fresh primary within a two-week window.
- ✦The process was overseen by the APC Electoral Committee to ensure compliance with both the party's constitution and the court's directive.
Key Figures & Named Entities
•Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, winner of the primary with 26,646 votes.•Hon. Kabiru Idris, Chairman of the APC Electoral Committee who announced the results.•42,266 registered party members and 27,359 total votes cast.
Outlook & Next Steps
Following the declaration of the results, the winner is expected to proceed as the party's candidate, having satisfied the requirements of the law and APC guidelines.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary- Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji secured victory in the APC re-run primary for the Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency with 26,646 votes.
- The re-run election was conducted in compliance with a Federal High Court order that nullified Jaji's previous nomination.
- Out of 42,266 registered party members, 27,359 votes were cast during the exercise held in Zamfara State.
Key Facts:November 11, 2026: The APC national leadership scheduled the re-run primary election to take place on November 11, 2026.Wednesday: The Chairman of the APC Electoral Committee announced the official results of the primary election.
Editorial Excerpt
By Abdullahi Abdulrahaman Chakwa, Gusau Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, member representing Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency in the House of...
Frequently Asked Questions About This Story
Why was a fresh primary election held for the Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency?
The re-run was held because Hassan Umar Dangaladima filed a suit at the Federal High Court, Abuja, which nullified Jaji’s earlier nomination and ordered a fresh primary within two weeks.
How many votes did the candidates receive in the re-run primary?
Aminu Sani Jaji received 26,646 votes, Hassan Umar Dangaladima received 713 votes, and Musa Zubairu received zero votes.
