The emergence of the opposition Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) on the nation’s political scene has continued to generate serious reactions with views being expressed that the party, having being the brain child of General Muhammadu Buhari, arguably the most honest Nigerian military head of state, will pose a big threat to other political parties most especially the inept and seemingly corrupt ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Read More Add Comment (0)Hits: 65
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