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Face Tinubu in Nigeria, not US courts, ex-lawmaker tells opposition
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points The lawmaker's comments imply that the opposition should prioritize domestic issues rather than relying on foreign court claims. A former lawmaker has advised the opposition to focus on challenging President Tinubu on policy issues within Nigeria.
A former lawmaker has advised the opposition to focus on challenging President Tinubu on policy issues within Nigeria. This suggestion comes as the lawmaker dismisses claims of a criminal conviction in a US court. The lawmaker's comments imply that the opposition should prioritize domestic issues rather than relying on foreign court claims.
Further details about the lawmaker's statement and the context surrounding it are available. The former lawmaker's advice is centered on addressing policy issues in Nigeria, rather than pursuing matters in US courts.
More information can be found through the provided link, which offers additional insight into the former lawmaker's comments and the situation.
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