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Tinubu's 2027 re-election campaign flags off in Kaduna today

President Bola Tinubu in a cream agbada and cap speaks at a green lectern, flanked by aides and a soldier
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The APC is launching President Tinubu's second-term campaign in Kaduna on Saturday, the first stop on a tour of selected states. Port Harcourt is reportedly next on 7 November, with a closing rally planned for Lagos in January. Rival camps, including Atiku's ADC and the Obi-Kwankwaso NDC, have also been mobilising their own campaign councils.

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Analysis says North-West and South-West could decide the 2027 presidential race

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DMI backs Tinubu's economic reforms and announces an alliance ahead of 2027

A group known as DMI has declared support for President Tinubu's economic reforms and announced an alliance with his campaign for the 2027 elections. The announcement follows the APC's campaign flag-off. Rival parties continue to court voters on cost-of-living concerns.

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Pat Utomi speaking at a podium
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Pat Utomi dares Tinubu to defend his record in a live presidential debate

Political economist Pat Utomi has challenged President Tinubu to take part in a live debate and defend his achievements before the 2027 election. There was no immediate response from the presidency.