Mr Ziguele, who represents the main MLPC opposition party, is seen as being at a disadvantage because of his associations with the unpopular old regime.

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Mr Ziguele, who represents the main MLPC opposition party, was seen to be at a disadvantage because of his associations with the unpopular old regime.

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MLPC's executive director, Kristen Millar.

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