
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has announced plans to contest the presidency, governorships in 28 states, and other elective positions in Nigeria's 2027 general elections. National Chairman Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe made the declaration at the party's Special National Convention in Abuja, according to Daily Trust, adding that the party would also seek other seats.
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