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Published 3 January 2021
The battle for the control of the structure of the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has raised the political stakes between the Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, and Senator Magnus Abe, further dwindling the party’s chances of making an impact in 2023, DENNIS NAKU reports
The activities of political parties and periodic elections have for centuries remained features that distinguish democracy from other forms of government.
Contestation is considered normal as politicians seek opportunities to offer themselves for public service.
However, in the case of Nigeria, contestation comes at a high cost not only to the aspirants but sometimes to the political platforms.