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.

Akwa Ibom State governor Umo Eno has announced plans to create large-scale model farms in the state's three senatorial districts. This initiative aims to enhance food production, improve food security, and promote agritourism. Additionally, the management of the Ibom Model Farm in Uyo Senatorial District has been reassigned as part of this effort.

Maurice Vonobolki, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Adamawa in the 2027 election, declared that the influence of political godfathers in the state has ended. He made this statement to journalists at Yola International Airport after returning from Abuja with his certificate of return, attributing this change to the leadership of Governor Ahmadu Umaru.

Residents of Adokasa in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have urged Governor Abdullahi Sule to take immediate action regarding an abandoned road project in their community. The project was designed to rehabilitate a previously hazardous route, aiming to enhance access for residents, facilitate transportation, and promote the movement of agricultural products.

Residents of Akum Ward in Nasarawa State have called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene after the alleged killing of a young farmer by suspected armed herders. Community member Yahaya Kana Ismaila reported that the victim was attacked while returning from his farm on July 4, an incident that has increased tensions in the area.

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.