Akwa Ibom: Youths kick against automatic ticket for Senate seat

Author: Lovina AnthonyPublished on: April 10, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Akwa Ibom: Youths kick against automatic ticket for Senate seat

Youths from the Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency protested against the All Progressives Congress's (APC) plan to reserve an automatic ticket for the Senate seat in Akwa Ibom South. They called for open primaries and an inclusive democratic process. Youth leader Ayan Richard warned against imposing an automatic ticket on a non-performing senator, emphasizing the need for transparency in leadership selection.

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