The 2023 Nigerian Gubernatorial Elections were held on March 18, 2023, to elect governors in 28 of Nigeria's 36 states. This election was significant as it followed the presidential elections held earlier in February, impacting the political landscape across the country. Various political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP), fielded candidates. The elections aimed to address local governance issues and were monitored by both local and international observers to ensure transparency and fairness in the electoral process.