PRP Clears Donald Duke as Presidential Candidate for 2027 Election; 420 Candidates to Contest
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has cleared former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.
- The party's National Working Committee (NWC) upheld the results of recent primaries for various positions.
- The PRP plans to field a total of 420 candidates across all elective positions in the upcoming elections.
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially cleared Donald Duke, the former Governor of Cross River State, to run as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general election.
This decision follows the PRP's National Working Committee's (NWC) review and approval of the recently concluded primaries. The NWC also confirmed the outcomes of other primary elections for governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and State House of Assembly positions. The party expressed its commitment to internal democracy and delivering transformative leadership.
According to the PRP's National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, the party will present a total of 420 candidates for all elective offices in the 2027 elections. An exception was made in the Tarauni Federal Constituency in Kano, where the primary election was nullified.
The PRP stated its dedication to active participation in the electoral process and aims to field credible candidates who embody the party's principles.
In line with our commitment to active participation in the electoral process, the PRP is proud to field a total of 420 candidates across all positions in the 2027 general elections.
Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.