Uba Sani Unveils New Running Mate for 2027 Election

(Uba Sani and Jerry Adams. Photo by Channels Tv)

Uba Sani, the governor of Kaduna, has stated that his choice of Jerry Adams as his running mate in the 2027 election is a validation of his administration's dedication to equity, justice, fairness, inclusiveness, and equal chances for all state residents.

This was said on Tuesday when Sani announced that Adams, the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service, will be his running mate in the 2027 gubernatorial contest.

Sani made the announcement on Tuesday in Kaduna.

Adams is set to replace the current Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, on the 2027 ticket.

Balarabe has served as deputy governor since 2019 and is currently completing her second consecutive term, making her ineligible for another term under constitutional provisions.

Sani explained that the choice of Adams followed extensive consultations, deep reflection and prayers, noting that it reflected values that had guided his administration since he assumed office on May 29, 2023.

The governor stated that the nomination went beyond merely selecting a deputy governorship candidate, describing it as a symbol of his determination to strengthen unity and deepen citizens' sense of belonging.

He maintained that Kaduna's religious, ethnic and cultural diversity remains its greatest strength and should continue to serve as a unifying rather than divisive force.

Sani said his administration had spent over three years healing old divisions and restoring public confidence through inclusive governance and equitable distribution of development projects, noting that investments in roads, schools, healthcare, water supply, agriculture and social protection had reached all 23 local government areas without discrimination.

He added that collaboration with traditional rulers, religious leaders, women, youths and community groups had helped strengthen peace and promote shared development, noting that improved security had enabled farmers to return to their fields, businesses to expand, and investments to grow across many communities.

Describing Adams as an accomplished public servant and tax administrator, Sani said he had transformed the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service through innovation, transparency and professionalism.

Adding that his leadership strengthened the state's revenue base and enabled greater investment in education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and other critical sectors.

The governor further described Adams as a man of integrity, humility and competence, committed to peace, reconciliation and inclusive governance, stressing that the nomination reflected his administration's resolve to prioritise merit, competence and character in public leadership.

Sani urged Kaduna residents to embrace the development through the lens of a united state rather than religion, ethnicity or geography, pledging to continue building a peaceful, secure, just and prosperous Kaduna and expressing confidence that his administration would leave behind a stronger foundation for future generations.

Analysts believe the choice of Adams is likely to further boost support for Sani in Southern Kaduna.

Speaking recently at a meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Union of Journalists in Kaduna, Adams had commended Sani for his efforts in promoting peaceful coexistence across religious and ethnic lines in the state.

Describing his performance as commendable and noting that he had done much in terms of peacebuilding and inclusivity.

He observed that people were no longer preoccupied with religious segregation but were instead demanding fairness, which he said was already being addressed.

He also noted that Sani had strengthened ties with communities in Southern Kaduna through engagement with traditional institutions, remarking that residents had seen the governor attend various Christian gatherings despite being a Muslim, and that those from Southern Kaduna in particular had witnessed his respect for their traditional rulers.