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Breaking: INEC takes decision on including NDC's Kwankwaso's name on its portal ahead of 2027 election

INEC has taken a decision on whether to include the name of the NDC vice presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on its portal ahead of Nigeria's 2027 election.

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