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On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1934, Barack Obama Sr., Kenyan economist (died 1982) was born. In 1942, Thabo Mbeki, South African politician and 2nd President of South Africa was born. In 1946, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, a Socialist, calls for a Direct Action Day against the Portuguese in Goa. In 1984, Nanyak Dala, Canadian rugby player was born. In 1989, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, French-born Gabonese footballer was born. In 1990, Sandra Izbașa, Romanian gymnast was born. In 1992, Kofoworola Abeni Pratt, the first black Chief Nursing Officer of Nigeria (born 1910) passed away. In 1999, Choi Ye-won, South Korean singer and actress was born. In 2011, Frederick Chiluba, Zambian politician, 2nd President of Zambia (born 1943) passed away. In 2022, Adibah Noor, Malaysian actress, singer, master of ceremonies (born 1970) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

PDP receives Iyabo Obasanjo, unveils her as Ogun Central Senatorial candidate

Vanguard News

June 17, 2026

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State on Wednesday formally received former Senator, Iyabo Obasanjo, into its fold and immediately presented her with the party's flag as its senatorial candidate for Ogun Central, ahead of the forthcoming elections. The post PDP receives Iyabo Obasanjo, unveils her as Ogun Central Senatorial candidate appeared first on Vanguard News.

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