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Borno State: Borno NDC expels assembly candidate over alleged Atiku campaign

Updated 11:29 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 11:47 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

Borno State, Nigeria – I picture of Wamdeo Mountain
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress in Borno State dismissed Mohammed Bunu as its House of Assembly candidate after alleging he campaigned for ADC presidential hopeful Atiku Abubakar. The expulsion was confirmed in a letter dated 25 October 2026 signed by Deputy Chairman Umar Fema. The party said the move was necessary to uphold loyalty to its platform.

What we know

  • NDC removed Mohammed Bunu as assembly candidate
  • Allegations of campaigning for Atiku Abubakar
  • Letter of expulsion dated 25 Oct 2026 signed by Umar Fema
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Why it matters: The decision may reshape opposition dynamics in Borno and affect the NDC’s electoral prospects.

Sources

  1. Borno NDC sanctions assembly candidate over alleged pro-Atiku campaign – Daily Trust,
  2. NDC Expels Borno Assembly Candidate Over Alleged Campaign for Atiku – Nigerian Eye,

Updates

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