Auwalu Isah Manzo PDP candidate for Garki/Babura by-election confirmed after screening. INEC sets election for 16 August 2025 in Jigawa State

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed the successful screening of Auwalu Isah Manzo as its candidate for the Garki/Babura House of Representatives by-election in Jigawa State.

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The by-election, scheduled by INEC for 16 August 2025, follows the death of Isa Dogon Yaro on 10 May 2024 at the age of 46.

Speaking after the screening exercise, Precious Ben, Secretary of the PDP screening committee from the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, said the process was completed successfully.

“We have successfully screened the candidate. He presented all the documents required. Therefore, he meets all the necessary criteria of the party and INEC,” she said.

Ben added, “Looking at his vast experience and popularity, I am sure he is the best candidate for the party and can compete and defeat any candidate from other political parties.”

Auwalu Manzo, a retired civil servant, told journalists that he decided to enter the race to bring positive change to his constituency.

“I believe my constituents will vote for me in the coming by-election,” he stated confidently.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have also submitted candidates for the same seat.