2027: Opposition eyes united front against APC

Author: ObohPublished on: April 11, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2027: Opposition eyes united front against APC

Ahead of the 2027 presidential and general elections, opposition parties are aiming to form a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Leaders from the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have met in Abuja as part of ongoing political realignment. Despite internal crises, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) express confidence in their ability to field strong presidential candidates.

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