2027: Rivers ADP flags off campaign, promises 500,000 jobs

Vanguard News | 09-09-2026 03:31pm |

The Rivers State chapter of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) has launched its 2027 governorship campaign. The party's candidate, Angel Lawson, promised to create 500,000 direct and indirect jobs within his first year in office if elected. Lawson highlighted the state's high unemployment rate, citing a 2022 NBS figure of 62.4%. He emphasized that addressing unemployment would be a major priority, leveraging the state's natural resources.

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