Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani names Jerry Adams, the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. Multiple outlets report that the announcement comes from Uba Sani and is tied to the selection of a deputy for the 2027 contest. The reports identify Adams as having been appointed to lead KADIRS in 2023. One source adds that Adams hails from Southern Kaduna.
In describing the choice, the coverage generally frames it as part of Uba Sani’s stated commitment to inclusion and governance values, though outlets vary in the amount of detail they include beyond the appointment itself. One report cites that Uba Sani says consultations informed the decision and that it is intended to reflect the administration’s principles of equity and justice.
The articles also mention that Uba Sani presents Adams’ profile through his work at KADIRS and links this to the administration’s focus on effective public finance and development across the state. The selection is presented as reaffirming unity and equitable representation ahead of the 2027 election.