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Bahia 2026 Elections: Candidates and Polling Trends

Overview

The Bahia 2026 gubernatorial race remains highly competitive, characterized by divergent polling and intensifying policy debates. While an Opnus poll placed Jerônimo Rodrigues (PT) at 43% against ACM Neto (União Brasil) at 40%, a DataTrends survey suggests a technical tie with Neto at 43% and Rodrigues at 41%. Candidates have begun clashing over public health platforms. Rodrigues is emphasizing regionalization and digital health through his ‘Saúde na Palma das Mãos’ program. Conversely, Neto proposes restructuring management through private sector partnerships. Rodrigues has criticized Neto as the ‘anti-Lula in Bahia,’ accusing him of attempting to benefit from President Lula’s popularity while remaining oppositional. To bolster his re-election bid, Rodrigues has secured endorsements from various municipal leaders. In Guanambi, Mayor Nal Azevedo highlighted the benefits of state-municipal cooperation in infrastructure and health, while in Itaberaba, Mayor João Filho cited R$ 68.16 million in state investments as a driver for a projected historic victory. ACM Neto has intensified his critique of the incumbent, arguing in Buerarema that Rodrigues represents a political group that has held power in Bahia for 20 years, while questioning the government's performance in public health and security. Recently, the Regional Electoral Court of Bahia (TRE-BA) cleared Neto in a legal action regarding an incident involving semi-nude women during a campaign parade, ruling there was no evidence he had prior knowledge of the act. However, the court maintained sanctions against the ‘Unidos para Mudar a Bahia’ coalition and state deputy Emerson Penalva, reaffirming a prohibition against using semi-nude women as campaign props. In the municipality of Barra, Neto has challenged the Governor’s record, visiting a site intended for a polyclinic and accusing Rodrigues of making ‘false promises’ because the location lacks workers and equipment despite being announced two years ago.

Entities

Jerônimo Rodrigues · ACM Neto · Bahia · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · União Brasil

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Timeline

  1. about 12 hours ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Jerônimo Rodrigues holds political rally in Bahia

    Bahia Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues held a political rally in Prado for 10,000 people, advocating for his administration's social policies and the continuity of the political group aligned with President Lula.

  2. 3 days ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    ACM Neto faces legal acquittal and political disputes in Bahia

    ACM Neto faces various political developments in Bahia, including a legal acquittal by TRE-BA regarding a campaign parade incident and accusations against Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues over unfinished public work

  3. 13 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    ACM Neto criticizes Bahia Governor and postpones Salvador event

    Gubernatorial candidate ACM Neto criticized Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues's message of change in Bahia, while also postponing a Salvador campaign event due to heavy rain.

  4. 13 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Bahia mayors endorse Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues for re-election

    Mayors in Bahia, including those of Guanambi and Itaberaba, have endorsed Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues for re-election, citing successful state-municipal partnerships in health and infrastructure.

  5. 20 days ago

    [POLITICS] 13 sources
    Brazil electoral polls show tight races in Alagoas and Bahia

    Polls show tight electoral races in Alagoas and Bahia, with technical ties for governorships and Senate seats in both states as the 2026 elections approach.

  6. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 87 sources
    Bahia TRE-BA receives 1,206 candidacy requests for 2026 elections

    The TRE-BA has received 1,206 candidacy requests for the 2026 elections in Bahia, a 29.8% decrease from 2022. Most requests are for state and federal deputy positions.

  7. 25 days ago

    [POLITICS] 9 sources
    ACM Neto inaugurates campaign committee in Salvador

    Bahia gubernatorial candidate ACM Neto inaugurated his Salvador campaign committee and denied encouraging split voting with Lula, while reaffirming support for Ronaldo Caiado.

  8. 27 days ago

    [POLITICS] 24 sources
    Bahia gubernatorial candidates clash over health plans and political ties

    Bahia gubernatorial candidates Jerônimo Rodrigues and ACM Neto clash over political alignments and healthcare plans as the election approaches.

  9. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Bahia 2026 gubernatorial candidates confirmed

    Six candidates have been confirmed for the 2026 Bahia gubernatorial election, including ACM Neto, Jerônimo Rodrigues, and Aroldo Félix de Azevedo Júnior.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 21 sources
    Brazil election activity intensifies across Bahia, Ceará, and Santa Catarina

    Brazilian political activity intensifies ahead of the 2026 elections, with key developments in Bahia, Ceará, and Santa Catarina involving campaign launches, polling, and asset disclosures.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Bahia Governor defends security record during political debate

    In a recent debate, Bahia Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues defended his security investments and reported falling violence rates, while opponent ACM Neto criticized the administration's results.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 11 sources
    Bahia Governor Race Tightens in Brazil's 2026 State Elections

    Polls show ACM Neto leading the Bahia governor race; Jerônimo Rodrigues holds 55% approval. AI use in Neto’s plan flagged, and the electoral court ordered removal of misleading AI‑generated videos. Debates set

  13. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Jerônimo Rodrigues Officially Launches Campaign for Bahia Governorship

    Jerônimo Rodrigues was officially nominated for Bahia governor at a Salvador convention, joined by vice‑governor candidate Geraldo Júnior, former governors for Senate, a cultural parade led by Minister Margreth

  14. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    ACM Neto Secures Political Backing While Expanding Campaign Platform

    ACM Neto, Bahia’s governor candidate, claimed political backing from bank owner Daniel Vorcaro while launching a security‑focused campaign with new education and job programs.

  15. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    ACM Neto Takes Lead in Bahia Governor Race Over Incumbent Jerônimo Rodrigues

    ACM Neto claims growing support in Bahia, saying former Jerônimo Rodrigues voters are switching sides; a poll puts him at 49.2% versus Rodrigues' 37.5% as the state governor race intensifies.

  16. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Brazilian gubernatorial candidates ACM Neto and Renan Filho unveil health and education programmes

    Bahia candidate ACM Neto proposes a Pix Saúde scheme to fund private care, while Alagoas pre‑candidate Renan Filho offers a merit‑based scholarship and education upgrades.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 20 sources
    ACM Neto's Bahia campaign gains momentum with convention and policy pledges

    ACM Neto was officially nominated as Bahia's governor candidate, pledging a Pix Saúde health program. Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues confirmed Lula's attendance at the August 1 convention, while Zé Cocá warned a J

  18. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 15 sources
    ACM Neto launches Bahia governorship bid with “Change with Security” coalition

    ACM Neto declared his run for Bahia governor with the “Change with Security” platform, naming Zé Cocá as running mate and announcing Senate candidates. President Lula confirmed his attendance at the PT rally to

  19. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Brazilian politicians endorse candidates ahead of 2026 elections

    Regional leaders in Bahia and Pernambuco endorsed ACM Neto for governor and Silvio Costa Filho for federal deputy, respectively, ahead of Brazil's 2026 elections.

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