The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially opened its state secretariat in Bauchi State and announced Hon. Usman Adamu Ahmed Suphi as its governorship candidate for the 2027 elections. During the event, Suphi introduced Alhaji Abdulkadir Alin Bababa as his running mate. The ceremony took place at the new party headquarters located on Kobi Street.

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has explained his choice of former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview with The Sun published on Sunday, Obi said the decision was based on their shared commitment to common goals, according to African Examiner. The report did not include further details from the interview.

Barr. Mohammed Sani Abbas, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) gubernatorial candidate in Kaduna State for the 2027 election, has condemned an attack on Peter Obi, described as the party's presidential candidate, while he was travelling into Makurdi, Benue State. In a statement issued by Ibrahim Muhammad, Abbas called the episode an 'unfortunate incident.' Details of the attack itself were not provided in the report.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State has launched its campaign for the 2027 governorship and State House of Assembly elections, according to Tribune Online. The party said it would focus on issues and the achievements of Governor Uba Sani's administration rather than personal attacks on opposition parties. It also pledged to conduct a peaceful and credible campaign as preparations for the polls begin.

Former Federal Inland Revenue Service executive chairman Mohammed Mamman Nami has confirmed his candidacy for governor of Niger State under the People's Democratic Party. Meanwhile, former Inspector General of Police Mohammed Abubakar Adamu re-entered the governorship race on Saturday, September 5, emerging as the candidate of the Social Democratic Party in Nasarawa State. According to Daily Trust, the emergence of both men as candidates has stirred political issues in Niger and Nasarawa states ahead of forthcoming elections.

Jonathan Vatsa, a member of the All Progressives Congress in Niger State and former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, has advised Governor Mohammed Umar Bago to select a Christian running mate for the 2027 governorship election. He cautioned that failing to do so could lead to a loss of support for the party, citing concerns over the marginalization of Christians.