
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction aligned with Minister Nyesom Wike has denied rumors of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Jungudo Mohammed, the National Publicity Secretary of the faction, emphasized Wike's importance as a valuable asset in a statement released on Wednesday, addressing the speculations surrounding his political allegiance.
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