- The Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress have confirmed they will both contest the 2027 elections in Nigeria.
- The Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress are contesting the governorship election amidst political rivalry in Kwara State.
A governorship election focused on state issues is underway in Kwara State, involving multiple parties.
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Updated Jul 7
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What happened
A governorship election focused on state issues is underway in Kwara State, involving multiple parties.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- AAC candidate questions Kwara State government regarding its ability to provide protection.Sub-event
Governorship election in Kwara State sees parties challenge candidates to public debate.1 source
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The Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress are contesting the governorship election amidst political rivalry in Kwara State.Also in this story
- Zakari Mohammed is confirmed as the ADC governorship candidate in Kwara State, and Bukola Saraki backs the PDP candidate.
- Political maneuvering in Kwara State sees a defection from APC to PDP and uncertainty over Tinubu's alliances.
- A candidate affiliated with the All Progressives Congress demonstrated commitment to their constituency in Kwara State.
- Both the Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress are criticized for old politics as a campaign launches in Ilorin.
The entities involved
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African Action Congress
Nigerian political party
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African Democratic Congress
Nigerian Polictical Party
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All Progressives Congress
Nigerian political party
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