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Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: May 8, 2026Country: Nigeria

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) announced the screening date for aspirants contesting for the Senate and House of Representatives. Former President Goodluck Jonathan held a strategic meeting with the Turaki-led PDP leadership. Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori directed a minor cabinet reshuffle as commissioners resigned to pursue their political ambitions ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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