Akpabio vs Oshiomhole: Battle Over 2027 Senate Presidency Eligibility

Veteran senators Godswill Akpabio and Adams Oshiomhole have traded barbs over who qualifies to be Senate President in 2027. The dispute flared during a recent plenary session and highlights deep divisions within the ruling party. Oshiomhole argued that seniority and legislative experience should determine the next Senate President, while Akpabio countered that party loyalty and regional balance matter more. Each side insists the constitution and party guidelines support its view. Political observers say this clash may foreshadow a broader power struggle ahead of the 2027 elections. Supporters on both sides are already mobilising their senators as the debate intensifies.

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