APC warns against violence as Lagos Reps primaries hold

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: May 16, 2026Country: Nigeria

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APC warns against violence as Lagos Reps primaries hold

Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) turned out across the 245 wards in Lagos State to participate in the Reps primaries. The party also announced the withdrawal of several candidates, including short-statured politician Al-ajabin Zazzau. House of Representatives aspirant Williams Obande Obeya exited the race, stating that the primaries appeared predetermined.

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