Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Wins PDP Governorship Ticket in Enugu Despite Forgery Scandal
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- •Uche Nnaji was ratified as the PDP governorship candidate for Enugu State on or before May 25, 2026.
- •The forgery scandal involving Uche Nnaji surfaced prior to his nomination but did not prevent his candidacy.
- •The PDP has faced internal challenges and criticism over candidate vetting in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.
- •Other PDP candidates, such as Sunday Garba Biggs in Plateau State and Onor for the presidency, were ratified around the same period.
- •The PDP's nomination process included consensus decisions in some states, while Enugu's candidacy involved controversy.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If opposition parties highlight Uche Nnaji's forgery scandal during the campaign voter confidence in the PDP in Enugu State could decline, benefiting rival candidates and possibly altering the election outcome.
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