Former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke has been officially cleared to contest on the platform of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP).
The clearance paves the way for Duke, a seasoned politician and one of the most prominent figures in Nigeria’s political landscape, to throw his hat into the ring for the party’s presidential ticket.
The PRP presidential primary is scheduled to hold on Monday, May 25, 2026.According to party sources, Duke will be contesting alongside two other aspirants in what is expected to be a keenly contested primary.
His entry is believed to have generated considerable excitement within the party, given his track record as a former governor and his reputation for progressive governance during his time in office.
Political analysts suggest that Duke’s participation could reshape the dynamics of the PRP primaries, bringing both experience and national visibility to the contest.
The outcome of the May 25 primary will determine the party’s flagbearer for the 2027 presidential election.
Further details on the screening process and the identities of the other two aspirants are expected to be released by the PRP in the coming hours.
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