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ADC vows to rescue Rivers from godfatherism, sets up 600-member council

Updated 19:57 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 18:30 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

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The African Democratic Congress said it would challenge godfatherism in Rivers State ahead of the 2027 election, according to Naija News. The party announced a 600-member campaign council, The Eagle Online reported. The council is chaired by Senator Andrew Uchendu and directed by Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo.

What we know

  • ADC vows to challenge godfatherism in Rivers
  • 600-member campaign council established
  • Chairman Senator Andrew Uchendu
  • Director General Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo
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Sources

  1. ADC Vows To Rescue Rivers From Godfatherism, Sets Up 600-Member Campaign Council – Naija News,
  2. 2027: ADC vows to rescue Rivers from godfatherism, inaugurates 600-man campaign council – The Eagle Online,

Updates

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  • – Story published – 2 outlets

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