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Mikazuki wins fourth term as Shiga governor
The incumbent governor fended off three other rivals, one of whom ran on a platform of opposing a transportation tax he is proposing.
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Legit.ng
· Jun 21, 2026
Ekiti governor secures historic back-to-back mandate
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