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Nigerian presidency responds to Amaechi’s criticism of Tinubu

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Nigerian presidency responds to Amaechi’s criticism of TinubuIMO-UN · CC BY 2.0

Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, says the president’s supporters are “mad” about his bid for re-election in 2027. He is responding to criticism of Tinubu’s economic policy by Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress presidential running mate, according to Daily Post.

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  1. 18 OctKwankwaso rejects NDC withdrawal in favour of ADC in 2027
  2. 17 OctTinubu launches Nigerian youth empowerment centre in Ile-Ife
  3. 17 OctWike says Tinubu reforms are essential to Nigeria’s recovery
  4. 17 OctADC asks Tinubu to explain Nigeria’s missing $12.4 billion
  5. 16 OctADC accuses Kwankwaso of favouring Tinubu in Nigeria
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