In a significant political development, former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke has clinched the presidential nomination of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 general elections. The outcome was announced at the party’s headquarters in Abuja following a keenly contested primary election on Tuesday.
Three aspirants vied for the party’s ticket, but Duke emerged victorious with a commanding lead. According to Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the PRP National Chairman, Duke amassed a total of 6,499 votes. His closest competitor, Kingsley Yakubu—who ran a vigorous campaign emphasizing youth inclusion and economic revitalization—secured 2,699 votes. Meanwhile, Dr. Nnaoke Ufere, an academic and policy expert, finished third with 784 votes.
Baba-Ahmed lauded the primary as peaceful, transparent, and conducted without any bias. He advised any dissatisfied aspirant to direct their grievances to the party’s Appeal Committee for a thorough review in accordance with established party procedures.
This victory positions Duke as a key contender for the presidency in 2027, as the political landscape continues to evolve with major party nominations underway.