Ekeogu emerges Imo SDP chairman

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

Politics

John Chigozie Ekeogu has emerged as the new chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Imo State during the party's congresses. Additionally, tensions have been reported in other states regarding the APC House of Representatives primaries, including allegations of irregularities and delays in the election organization. This situation has raised concerns among party members in several regions.

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