ABUJA, NIGERIA — Supporters and stakeholders of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) from Apapa Federal Constituency have taken their protest to Abuja, calling on the party's national leadership to uphold the outcome of the recently concluded primary election and recognize Hon. Chinomso Agomuoh as the party's authentic candidate. The protesters, who described themselves as loyal members committed to the ideals of the NDC, expressed concern over what they termed alleged attempts to substitute the name of the primary election winner with another candidate. According to the group, Hon. Chinomso Agomuoh emerged victorious in a transparent, free and fair primary election, securing the overwhelming support of delegates and party faithful who participated in the democratic process. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, the stakeholders insisted that any move to replace the winner of the primary election would amount to a betrayal of the democratic wishes of party member...
President Donald Trump has directed the U.S. Commerce Department to conduct a new census that excludes undocumented immigrants, a move aimed at reshaping how congressional seats and federal funds are apportioned. This marks a significant departure from decades-long practice, which counted all residents regardless of immigration status.
According to the administration, the policy is designed to ensure that only American citizens and legal residents are represented in political apportionment and budget allocations. Supporters of the measure argue it will bring fairness to the electoral process by preventing states from gaining disproportionate influence due to non-citizen populations.
Why it matters:
For many Americans, this change represents a push to safeguard electoral integrity and ensure equal representation based on citizenship. Critics, however, argue it could marginalize communities and reduce resources to areas with high immigrant populations.
The debate touches at the heart of how the nation defines political representation in a changing demographic landscape.
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