Wike-Backed PDP Faction Celebrates as INEC Publishes Sandy Onor as Presidential CandidateA faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has celebrated after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) published the name of Sandy Onor as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.
The development was welcomed by members of the faction, who described the publication as a significant step in affirming their position ahead of the 2027 presidential poll.Supporters of the Wike-backed group said the publication by INEC had ended speculation surrounding the faction’s presidential candidate and reinforced their preparations for the forthcoming election.The latest development comes amid the ongoing leadership dispute within the PDP, with rival factions laying claim to the party’s structure and candidates ahead of the 2027 general election.INEC has yet to issue any further clarification regarding the status of the rival claims within the party.
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