Political news: NDC, INEC, IPAC and other developments

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Nigeria

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has not yet released official primary results and disowns a list from Kano. INEC raises alarm that court rulings threaten the 2027 elections. IPAC describes all parties' primaries as a 'charade' and blames the Electoral Act. Other news includes statements about Peter Obi and youth protests in Nsukka.

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