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Morning recap: APC chairmen reject Wike’s coalition, FG seeks fresh $1.5bn World Bank loan, other top stories

APC state chairmen have rejected Nyesom Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, demanding he defects. Also, the FG is seeking a fresh $1.5bn World Bank loan. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-apc-chairmen-reject-wikes-coalition-fg-seeks-fresh-1-5bn-world-bank-loan-other-top-stories/

Morning recap: APC chairmen reject Wike’s coalition, FG seeks fresh $1.5bn World Bank loan, other top stories

APC chairmen have rejected Nyesom Wike's proposed Rainbow Coalition, demanding that the former Rivers State governor formally join the ruling party if he is committed to President Bola Tinubu's re-election. Meanwhile, the Federal Government has initiated talks with the World Bank for three new loans totaling $1.5bn, which will focus on climate resilience, social protection, and early childhood development.

Additionally, the Nigeria Democratic Congress is facing a rift with some support groups over the registration of their groups ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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