2027: Examine records, ideas of those seeking office – Obiano tells Nigerians

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Former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, has urged Nigerians to examine the records and ideas of candidates seeking elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obiano made the call in a post on his X platform on Tuesday while commenting on preparations for the 2027 elections and…

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