Nigeria, Nov. 17 -- Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has declared his intention to contest in the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi State under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Mr Malami declared his intention amid the surge in political activities in Kebbi State in violation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) campaign regulations.

His declaration also comes amid rising tension between his supporters and those of Governor Nasir Idris of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which has led to violent clashes, including on 1 September when the convoy of the former minister was attacked while returning from a condolence visit in Birnin Kebbi.

While making the de...