APC: Mercy Johnson’s husband, Okojie, wins Reps ticket

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APC: Mercy Johnson’s husband, Okojie, wins Reps ticket

Mr Okojie won the primaries, which were held in Ubiaja, Esan South East LGA., Edo State on Saturday.

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