Labour Party Unveils Female Veteran Nurse as 2027 Vice Presidential Candidate

Nigeria's Labour Party has announced Bintu Konto, a female veteran nurse, as its vice presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. This unveiling marks a significant step in their electoral preparations.

11 Jul, 13:09 — 11 Jul, 14:36

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This announcement marks a significant step in the Labour Party's preparations for the 2027 general election, introducing a key figure who will campaign alongside their presidential candidate. The selection of a female veteran nurse could appeal to specific demographics and highlight the party's focus on healthcare and social welfare.

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The Labour Party has unveiled its vice presidential candidate for the 2027 general election
The candidate is Hajia Bintu Konto
Hajia Bintu Konto is a veteran nurse

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Hajia Bintu Konto is a public health specialist

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punch-ngMostly Factual53d ago

2027: LP unveils female veteran nurse as vice presidential candidate

Labour Party announces Hajia Bintu Konto, a veteran nurse and public health specialist, as its vice presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-lp-unveils-female-veteran-nurse-as-vice-presidential-candidate/

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vanguard-ngMixed53d ago

2027: Labour Party unveils Bintu Konto as VP candidate

The Labour Party, LP, has unveiled Hajja Bintu Konto as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The post 2027: Labour Party unveils Bintu Konto as VP candidate appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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Labour Party Unveils Female Veteran Nurse as 2027 Vice Presidential Candidate

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