Nigeria Needs Competence, Not Political Loyalty, Declares Ex-Cross River Gov, Duke

THISDAYLIVE | 27-08-2026 04:45am |

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 election, Donald Duke, has stressed the importance of competence, integrity, and capacity over political loyalty in addressing Nigeria's challenges. Duke, a former governor of Cross River State, said his administration would place competence at the centre of appointments to key government positions. He criticized the culture of rewarding political patronage and said his record in public office reflects his commitment to leaving institutions better than he met them. Duke spoke during an interview, emphasizing that winning an election should mark the beginning of serious governance.

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