The race for Aso Rock in 2027 is officially heating up. The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially cleared the former Governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke, as its duly elected presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.

The decision was finalized following a rigorous review of the party’s primaries appeal committee report, effectively cementing Donald Duke's place on the ballot.

Internal Democracy and the 2027 Clean Sweep

In an official statement released by the PRP National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, the party affirmed that the charismatic former governor was validly elected during the party's primary elections.

The appeal committee didn't stop at the top of the ticket—it also upheld four other contested primary election outcomes and gave the green light to a massive wave of candidates across the country.

📊 PRP's 2027 Candidate Breakdown:

  • Presidential Flagbearer: Donald Duke (Cleared)

  • Total Cleared Candidates: 420 candidates approved for various elective positions nationwide (Senate, House of Reps, House of Assembly).

  • The Lone Exception: The primary election for the Tarauni Federal Constituency was completely nullified due to irregularities.

"A Transformative Leadership for Nigeria"

The PRP, one of Nigeria's oldest ideological political parties, emphasized that its handling of the internal disputes shows its deep commitment to transparency and internal democracy.

"We remain committed to principles of internal democracy and service and to delivering a credible and transformative leadership for Nigeria," Ishaq stated.

Why This Matters

Donald Duke, widely praised for his progressive tenure as Cross River State Governor (1999–2007) and his focus on tourism and urban development (like the Tinapa Resort and Calabar Carnival), brings significant star power to the PRP. His official clearance signals that the party intends to present a formidable third-force alternative to the dominant political parties in the 2027 general elections.