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2027: Flogging threat may turn voters against APC — PDP
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points The opposition party believes this remark could have negative consequences for the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 elections. A public official's comment has sparked condemnation from the Peoples Democratic Party.
A public official's comment has sparked condemnation from the Peoples Democratic Party. The opposition party believes this remark could have negative consequences for the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 elections.
The comment in question involves a threat of physical punishment for those who refuse to support a particular party. This has been criticized as unacceptable behavior for someone in a position of authority.
Further details about the situation are available, including a response from the PDP National Publicity Secretary, who expressed disapproval of the comment.
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Category: government Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Vanguard Reading time: 1 min
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