The Digest:
The All Progressives Congress has publicly endorsed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for a second term, urging massive electoral support for him and President Tinubu in 2027. This move not only consolidates APC control in the South-South but also signals a potential decline in the influence of Fubara's predecessor and political rival, Nyesom Wike.
Key Points:
- The APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, called for "massive votes" for Governor Siminalayi Fubara and President Tinubu.
- The endorsement came during a visit by the APC National Working Committee to Rivers State.
- Basiru stated that supporting Fubara is synonymous with supporting the APC in the state.
- Fubara's recent defection to the APC has placed all South-South states under the party's control.
- The APC is positioning Fubara as its political leader in Rivers ahead of the 2027 elections.
- This move is widely seen as diminishing the influence of former Governor Nyesom Wike in the state.
- There are indications that the APC may grant Fubara an automatic ticket for a second term.
Sources: Premium Times
