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Oyo APC targets one million votes for Tinubu, government house in 2027

Vanguard News

July 8, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

By Adeola Badru The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has declared its ambition to deliver one million votes for President Bola Tinubu and reclaim the state’s Government House in the 2027 general elections. To achieve the goal, the party on Wednesday inaugurated a high-powered reconciliation committee to resolve internal grievances and strengthen unity [] The post Oyo APC targets one million votes for Tinubu, government house in 2027 appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Technique: Name Calling

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