
The Rivers State chapter of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) has formally launched its 2027 governorship campaign, with candidate Angel Lawson pledging to create 500,000 direct and indirect jobs within his first year in office if elected. According to Vanguard, Lawson spoke at the campaign flag-off in Port Harcourt and also denied the party's membership of the Rainbow Coalition. The event marks the start of early political activity ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections.
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