Deputy Governor

Deputy head of a state executive, elected on a joint ticket with the Governor.

At a glance

A quick orientation to how this office fits into the civic hierarchy.

Branch: Executive

Selection: Joint ticket

Office level: State Leadership

Seats in scope: 0

Office level

State executive

Leads the executive branch of a state government.

How chosen

Joint ticket

How this office is filled is shown as recorded in the reference data.

Jurisdiction

One state

Authority applies within the relevant state.

Offices nationwide

One seat for each Nigerian state.

Role summary

Responsibilities, powers, and qualifications are shown as institutional context, not political endorsement.

Deputises for the Governor and carries the responsibilities assigned by law or delegated by the Governor.

Not separately contested. A governorship candidate names a running mate, and voters cast one ballot for the ticket.

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Where this office exists

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