Lagos 2027: APC supporters protest candidate switch in Eti-Osa, seek Tinubu’s intervention

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

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Lagos 2027: APC supporters protest candidate switch in Eti-Osa, seek Tinubu’s intervention

A group of APC members and support organizations in Eti-Osa Constituency I, Lagos State, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for intervention following a candidate switch. The protesters are demanding the reinstatement of the original candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. This action highlights internal tensions within the party in Lagos State.

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