AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoColombia Runoff: Far-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella edged progressive Iván Cepeda in Sunday’s first round, setting up a June 21 runoff as both sides trade claims about vote manipulation and software changes. Nigeria 2027 Politics: The Nigerian Democratic Coalition named Peter Obi its 2027 presidential flagbearer, while Lagos APC unveiled Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as deputy governorship candidate. Guinea Elections: Guinea held its first parliamentary vote since the 2021 coup, with low turnout and opposition boycotts clouding the push back toward constitutional rule. West Bengal Power Shift: BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari moves to expand his cabinet, with 35 new ministers set to be sworn in as the state ends TMC’s 15-year rule. Iran IRGC Row: Iran denied reports that President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned amid speculation of an IRGC power grab. US Institutions: Jerome Powell defended Fed independence, warning that political pressure on central banking would erode public trust. South Africa Funding Scrutiny: The IEC questioned RISE Mzansi’s R30m donation after disclosures showed much larger party funding totals. Pakistan PTI Fractures: PTI leaders signaled possible “exit” from the system as internal divisions surfaced in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa parliamentary meetings.
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