The **[Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)](https://www.inecnigeria.org)** confirmed that a total of 100 candidates have been officially registered to contest the 2027 general elections for both the **[Senate](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senate_of_Nigeria)** and the **[House of Representatives](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_Representatives_(Nigeria))** in **[Kwara State](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwara_State)**. The list, signed by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran‑Anthony and released in Ilorin, shows 35 hopefuls vying for the three Senate seats and 65 hopefuls for the six federal constituencies.
**How many candidates are contesting each chamber?**
- Senate: 35 candidates – 11 each from Kwara North and Kwara South, and 13 from Kwara Central.
- House of Representatives: 65 candidates representing 12 political parties across the six federal constituencies of Baruten/Kaiama, Edu/Moro/Pategi, Ekiti/Isin/Irepodun/Oke Ero, Ilorin East/Ilorin South, Ilorin West/Asa, and Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun.
**Which parties are involved?**
Thirteen parties are on the senatorial ballot, namely A, AA, ADP, APP, ADC, APC, APM, LP, NRM, NNDP, NDC, PDP and SDP.
**Who are the prominent contenders?**
- Incumbent Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq is running under the ruling **APC**.
- Sitting Senator Saliu Mustapha, formerly of the APC, is now contesting on the **PDP** platform.
**What is the gender composition of the senatorial race?**
Seven women are among the senatorial hopefuls:
- Kwara North: Temako Naomi (ADP, 47), Ibrahim Ramat (APP, 36), Owolabi Felicia (APM, 38).
- Kwara Central: Adesola Kehinde (AA, 43), Abdulahi Risikat Motunrayo (ADC, 59), Abdulkareem‑Adisa Maryam Ayoola‑Fadekemi (LP, 56).
- Kwara South: Anifowose Grace (SDP, 47).
**Who are the oldest and youngest candidates?**
The oldest contender is 72‑year‑old Iyiola Oyedepo of the ADC, while the youngest is 36‑year‑old Ibrahim Ramat of the APP.
The registration list provides a clear snapshot of the competitive landscape ahead of the 2027 elections, highlighting a mix of seasoned politicians, newcomers, and a modest representation of female candidates across the state’s legislative contests.