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Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: April 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has invited Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed to join them following his imminent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Two PDP federal lawmakers have also left the party in Yobe State. Senator Ibrahim Lamido has resigned from the APC, citing concerns over insecurity. ADC's Ibrahim Khalil stated that a united opposition could defeat the APC in 2027.

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