Gubernatorial elections are currently scheduled to be held in Sokoto State, Nigeria, on February 6, 2027. If the election is officially rescheduled, this market will resolve based on the election held to choose the Governor for the term beginning in 2027.
This market will resolve according to the listed candidate who wins the 2027 Sokoto State gubernatorial election. Any interim, acting, or caretaker Governor will not qualify.
If the results are not known definitively by October 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
To be elected Governor, a candidate must satisfy the requirements under Nigerian law, including receiving the highest number of votes cast and the constitutionally required geographic distribution of votes. If no candidate wins the election outright, this market will remain open to account for any further election or runoff, provided this occurs before the resolution deadline. If no candidate has been officially elected by the resolution deadline, this market will resolve to "Other".
This market will resolve based on the results of this election, as indicated by a consensus of credible reporting. If there is ambiguity, this market will resolve solely based on official results published by Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Nigerian government sources.
Ahmed Aliyu
$2.2K Volume
90%
Manir Muhammad Dan Iya
$396 Volume
9%
Mustapha Shehu
$472 Volume
3%
Abdulrrahim Chindo
$246 Volume
1%
Candidate A
50%
Candidate B
50%
Candidate C
50%
Candidate D
50%
Candidate E
50%
Candidate F
50%
Candidate G
50%
Candidate H
50%
Candidate I
50%
Candidate J
50%
Candidate K
50%
Candidate L
50%
Candidate M
50%
Candidate N
50%
Candidate O
50%
Candidate P
50%
Candidate Q
50%
Candidate R
50%
Candidate S
50%
Candidate T
50%
Candidate U
50%
Candidate V
50%
Candidate W
50%
Candidate X
50%
Candidate Y
50%
Candidate Z
50%
Other
50%
Odds & FAQ
What are the current odds for Sokoto, Nigeria Governor Election Winner?
At 89%, Ahmed Aliyu has pulled far clear of Candidate A (50%). Prices stay live until resolution, but the market sees one clear outcome.
What do traders predict for Sokoto, Nigeria Governor Election Winner?
Traders price Ahmed Aliyu at a 89% implied probability - about as confident as prediction markets get. Real money stands behind that number, updated live.
When does the Sokoto, Nigeria Governor Election Winner market resolve?
Resolution is scheduled for 6 Feb 2027 (168 days left). Once the outcome is confirmed, the market settles under Polymarket's published criteria.
How much money is trading on Sokoto, Nigeria Governor Election Winner?
Traders have put $3.3K through this market so far - a solid gauge of how much real money backs these odds.
How can I trade Sokoto, Nigeria Governor Election Winner on Polymarket?
Track the live odds on this page, then open the market on Polymarket to take a position. Trade carefully - only stake what you can afford to lose.
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