tonye cole

The Digest: Former Rivers State APC governorship candidate, Tonye Cole, has declared Governor Siminalayi Fubara "not safe" within the party, alleging the governor aligned with an illegitimate faction. Cole stated that only the Emeka Beke-led executive holds legal standing and can offer Fubara...

The Digest: APC chieftain Tonye Cole has warned that suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara will resume office with “zero powers,” unable to make decisions without external interference. Speaking on Channels Television, Cole lamented the erosion of democratic governance in a...

The Digest: Former Rivers APC governorship candidate Tonye Cole has publicly called on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to formally defect to the All Progressives Congress, arguing that his current cross-party position undermines Nigerian democracy. Key Points: Cole described Wike's dual...

The Digest: APC chieftain Tonye Cole has announced his intention to run for Rivers State governor again in the next election, marking his third attempt after unsuccessful bids in 2019 and 2023. He affirmed his loyalty to the APC, distancing himself from former ally Rotimi Amaechi’s move to the...