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Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers

Premium Times5 November 2026, 21:52 UTCNigeria

The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress. The post Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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