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PDP candidate Ifeanyi Odii denies stepping down for Ebonyi Governor Francis Nwifuru
Chief Ifeanyi Odii, the PDP governorship candidate in Ebonyi State, has rejected reports claiming he withdrew from the 2027 race to make way for Governor Francis Nwifuru.
The Peoples Democratic Party's candidate for the upcoming February 6, 2027 election in Ebonyi State clarified his position regarding his candidacy. Chief Ifeanyi Odii dismissed rumors that he stepped down for Governor Francis Nwifuru. This clarification addresses speculation surrounding the party's leadership transition and selection process for the state governorship.
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