Political tensions are rising in Abia State’s Bende Federal Constituency following an alleged endorsement of a candidate for the 2027 elections. Key stakeholders are disavowing the claim and demanding transparency, while discussions about an informal power-sharing agreement have resurfaced. Chinwe Ugele reports on the intensifying political discourse and the search for consensus.<\/p>\n
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