Categories: News

Despite SDP Adopting Buhari As Presidential Candidate, Donald Duke Insists He’s Still In The Race

“Regardless and for the avoidance of doubt, I Donald Duke, remain on the ballot and candidate of the SDP as recognised by the INEC.”

The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Donald Duke, has insisted that he’s still in the presidential race despite his party’s recent adoption of President Muhammadu Buhari as its presidential candidate.

The adoption of President Buhari took place yesterday in Abuja at the end of SDPs National Executive Committee (NEC). The advised all its members to vote for Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the poll. (Read the report HERE).

In reaction through a statement on Friday, Donald Duke described the endorsement of Buhari as a betrayal and insisted that he is still the presidential candidate of the SDP that is recognized by INEC. He said:

“Regardless and for the avoidance of doubt, I Donald Duke, remain on the ballot and candidate of the SDP as recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).”

Read his statement in the tweet below:

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

Recent Posts

Gunmen Kill Governor Aiyedatiwa’s Campaign Coordinator In Ondo

Alaba Excel Abbey, a ward coordinator for the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organization Foot-Soldiers (LACO-FS), has…

27 mins ago

Police Probe Death Of VGC Chairman, Gihan Mbelu Found Dead In His Car In Lagos

The police have begun an investigation into the death of Gihan Mbelu, a 42-year-old man…

1 hour ago

“I Will Marry Wizkid, Kiss Omah Lay And Kill Davido” – Tacha Akide Reveals [Video]

Big Brother Naira reality TV star, Tacha Akide has stirred controversy following her playful game…

2 days ago

Real Warri Pikin And Her Husband Celebrate 11th Wedding Anniversary

Nigerian comedienne, Anita Asuoha, better known as Real Warri Pikin, and her husband, Ikechukwu, are…

2 days ago

How I Left A Show Crying After Audience Failed To Recognise Me – Fireboy DML [Video]

Nigerian singer, Fireboy DML has recounted a heartbreaking experience from his early days in the…

2 days ago

Sierra Leone Energy Minister, Kanja Sesay Resigns Over Electricity Crisis

Sierra Leone's Minister of Energy, Kanja Sesay has tendered his resignation following weeks of electricity…

2 days ago