God And The Politics Of Succession In 2023
Azu Ishiekwene writes on Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State’s rather peculiar and Ecclesiastical approach to 2023 elections.
Mr Azubuike Ishiekwene, a journalist and director of The Interview, is currently on sabbatical to LEADERSHIP Media Group as Editor-in-Chief. He writes for many platforms in Nigeria, the African continent, Europe and South America. He is also the author of The Trial of Nuhu Ribadu: A riveting story of Nigeria’s anti-corruption war.
Azu Ishiekwene writes on Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State’s rather peculiar and Ecclesiastical approach to 2023 elections.
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