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PRP Clears Donald Duke as Presidential Candidate for 2027 Elections; Fields 420 Candidates
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Nigeria /Elections & Politics

PRP Clears Donald Duke as Presidential Candidate for 2027 Elections; Fields 420 Candidates

From Premium Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Nigeria has cleared Donald Duke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
  • The party will field a total of 420 candidates across all elective positions.
  • The PRP affirmed its commitment to internal democracy, service, and delivering transformative leadership.

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially cleared former Cross River governor Donald Duke to run as its presidential candidate in Nigeria's 2027 general elections. This decision follows the review and approval of the Primaries Appeal Committee's report by the party's National Working Committee (NWC).

Muhammed Ishaq, the PRP's National Publicity Secretary, announced in Abuja that the NWC also upheld the outcomes of four other primary elections, covering governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and state Houses of Assembly positions. The party confirmed it will present a total of 420 candidates across all elective offices for the upcoming elections.

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

โ€” Muhammed IshaqThe PRP's National Publicity Secretary announced the party's total number of candidates for the 2027 elections.

An exception was made for the Tarauni Federal Constituency in Kano, where the primary election was nullified. All other candidates have been cleared to participate in the 2027 polls. Ishaq reiterated the PRP's dedication to active participation in the electoral process and its commitment to fielding a comprehensive slate of candidates.

The PRP emphasized its adherence to the principles of internal democracy and service. The party aims to provide credible and transformative leadership for the country, signaling its intentions for the upcoming electoral contest.

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

โ€” Muhammed IshaqThe PRP's National Publicity Secretary stated the party's commitment to internal democracy and service.
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