MATTERS ARISING: OK-Movement Rejects NDC merger+Akpabio Clarifies Tinubu’s Absence+Atiku Age Critics

*MATTERS ARISING!* 🔥

Three major political stories are generating reactions: the **OK Movement’s rejection of the NDC merger**, **Akpabio’s clarification on President Tinubu’s absence**, and the fresh controversy over **Atiku Abubakar’s age**.

Why is the OK Movement rejecting the proposed political arrangement with the NDC? What exactly did *Senate President Godswill Akpabio* say about Tinubu’s absence and the claim that there is “no vacancy” in Aso Rock? And why are questions about *Atiku’s age* becoming another talking point ahead of 2027?

We break down the claims, reactions and political implications in this edition of **MATTERS ARISING**.

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