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Donald Duke urges opposition unity to challenge Tinubu in 2027
Donald Duke, the presidential candidate for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and former governor of Cross River State, has issued warnings regarding the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.
Duke described President Bola Tinubu as a formidable opponent, likening him to a “lion with horns.” He cautioned that the advantage of incumbency provides the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) with significant leverage over government institutions, which could skew election outcomes.
To counter this, Duke urged opposition politicians to set aside personal egos and form a united, strategic coalition. He argued that fragmented opposition efforts would only benefit the incumbent.
Additionally, Duke emphasized that his administration would prioritize competence and integrity over political loyalty. He stated that government appointments should be based on the ability to deliver results rather than rewarding campaign supporters or political patronage.
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All Progressives Congress · Bola Tinubu · Donald Duke · Nigeria · Peoples Redemption Party
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The advantage of incumbency gives the ruling All Progressives Congress significant leverage over government institutions. www.kemifilani.ng
- [● 2 SOURCES] Opposition parties must form a united front to successfully challenge the incumbent president in the 2027 election. www.kemifilani.ng
- [● 2 SOURCES] Donald Duke described President Bola Tinubu as a formidable political opponent, likening him to a lion with horns. www.kemifilani.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Donald Duke argued that government appointments should be based on competence and integrity rather than political patronage.