Ibrahim Tanko
HighlightTop StoryTrending Story

Just in: Two sons of Chief Justice Tanko, emerge APC, PDP candidates in Bauchi National Assembly primaries

913

The family of the Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Ibrahim Tanko, appears to be embracing the two main political parties in the country as

two siblings have picked the tickets of APC and PDP in Bauchi for Senate and House of Representatives seats.

The two sons will be flying parties’ flags in the 2023 elections.

Siraj Ibrahim Tanko, won the All Progressives Congress ticket for Bauchi North Senatorial seat while Sani Ibrahim Tanko, emerged the People’s Democratic Party candidate in Shira Giafe Federal Constituency of the House of Representatives, Persecondnews reports.

Siraj defeated two other contestants, including the incumbent Senator representing the constituency, Adamu Bulkachuwa.

He polled 189 votes, Imba, his closest rival secured 177 votes while Bulkachuwa had no votes.

Sani, however, was elected unopposed

Leave a comment

Related Articles

Cocaine Cartel: Nigerian, US, and UK Agencies Join Forces in Major Bust

As part of an international cooperation effort, the National Drug Law Enforcement...

Wike Clashes with Soldiers over Disputed Land in Abuja

A heated confrontation erupted in Abuja on Tuesday between Mr. Nyesom Wike,...

Anambra Guber Poll: INEC Issues Certificates of Return to Gov. Soludo, Deputy

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially confirmed Prof. Chukwuma Soludo...

Total Ban on Sachet Alcohol: NAFDAC Sets December 2025 Deadline

By Maryanne Awuya The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and...

FG Requests Jailed Sen. Ekweremadu’s Transfer from UK to Nigeria

Nigerian Government has dispatched a high-level delegation to the UK to engage...

2028 Olympics: IOC Plans to Ban Transgender Women from Female Events

By Samuel Akpan with agency report The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is...

Breaking: Former Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva Declared Wanted

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Governor of...

Alleged Christian Persecution: PFN, Islamic Council Clash

A heated debate has erupted in Nigeria over allegations of Christian genocide,...

Gambling Turns Deadly: Students Beat Teacher Fatally in Oyo

Ogbomoso community in Oyo State, is still reeling from a tragic incident...

Super Eagles Camp Bubbles with 10 Early Arrivals in Morocco

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has begun preparations for the...

Joint Military Operation Rescues 86 Kidnapped Victims in Borno

A joint military operation led by “Operation Hadin Kai” (OPHK) says it...

Gov. Abiodun Congratulates Gov. Soludo on Re-Election Victory

Prince Dapo Abiodun, Ogun Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum,...

INEC Confirms Soludo’s Re-election as Anambra Governor with 422,000 Votes

APGA’s Gov. Chukwuma Charles Soludo has been re-elected, securing a second term...

Nigerian Legend Jay-Jay Okocha Ready for NFF Role, Sets Terms

Nigerian football legend Jay-Jay Okocha is ready to accept a leadership role...

Anambra Poll: Soludo Clinches Victory with Clean Sweep of 21 LGs

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) resumed the collation of results for...

Peter Obi, Soludo, Moghalu vote in Anambra guber poll, allege vote buying

Labour Party leaders, including 2023 presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi and the...

Super Eagles Decline Started After 2002 AFCON Team Disbandment – Jay Jay Okocha

Nigerian football legend Jay-Jay Okocha has sparked controversy by labeling the 2002...

2.8m people vote in today’s in Anambra governorship polls

Over 2.8 million voters will vote in today’s election to determine the...

Pastor Adeboye to Tinubu: Give Security Chiefs 90-Day Deadline to End Terrorism Over US Threat

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch...

Professional Misconduct: FCT CP Redeploys DPO Gwarimpa To Command HQ

FCT Police Commissioner Miller Dantawaye has redeployed SP Babale Galadima, the errant...