The camp of former Zamfara State Governor Abdul’aziz Yari has denied allegations that he is sponsoring the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Bilyaminu Yusuf Shinkafi, ahead of the 2027 elections. Vanguard reports the denial comes from Yari’s political camp, which says rivals are attempting to tarnish his reputation.
Other coverage also attributes the denial to an APC chieftain, who rejects the sponsorship claim in a statement. The Punch and Daily Post Nigeria both cite APC figures denying that Yari backs Shinkafi’s candidacy. Daily Post adds that the claim of links is based on family ties, stating Shinkafi is related to Yari through marriage.
Across the outlets, the central dispute concerns whether Yari is financially or politically supporting the ADC candidate. All accounts present Yari’s side as denying involvement, while the allegations originate from political opponents seeking to shape perceptions ahead of the gubernatorial contest.
