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  • Wike Accuses Fubara of Breaching Impeachment Deal Over Second-Term Move

    Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has accused Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara of violating a political agreement by pursuing a second-term ambition ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

    Wike made the remarks on Monday while inspecting ongoing and completed infrastructure projects across the Federal Capital Territory, including the Renewed Hope City project in Kassara and the City Gate development being handled by Julius Berger.

    Wike Speaks On Impeachment Agreement

    According to the former Rivers governor, an understanding had earlier been reached that impeachment proceedings against Fubara would be halted on the condition that the governor would not pursue another term in office.

    Wike claimed Fubara breached the agreement by obtaining governorship nomination forms.

    “In the first place, he ought not to have collected the form because the agreement was reached that the impeachment should be dropped, while he should also not talk about a second tenure,” Wike said.

    “With collecting form first, he didn’t show sign of gentlemanship.”

    He further stated that repeated interventions by Bola Ahmed Tinubu had helped calm the political crisis in Rivers State.

    Backs Kingsley Chinda

    Wike also endorsed Kingsley Chinda as a strong candidate, praising his political experience and legislative record.

    “A good product markets itself. Everybody knows that Kingsley Chinda is the material,” he stated.

    The minister added that Chinda’s profile and influence made him a respected political figure across party lines.

    Projects Ready For Commissioning

    During the inspection tour, Wike commended contractors handling several FCT projects and said many of the developments were nearing completion and ready for inauguration.

    He specifically praised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for conceptualising the City Gate project, describing it as one of her signature initiatives.

    According to him, Julius Berger assured the administration that the project would be delivered by the end of May or early June.

  • APC Names Fubara, Other Governors as Coordinators for Presidential Primary Election

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, alongside other serving and former governors, as coordinators and collation officers for its upcoming presidential primary election.

    The party also confirmed that it has adopted the direct primary mode, allowing all registered members across the country to participate in the exercise.

    Primary to Hold Across 8,809 Wards

    According to a document released by the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, the direct primary election is scheduled to hold across all 8,809 wards nationwide on May 24, 2026.

    The APC explained that appointed state coordinators and collation officers will oversee the conduct of the exercise in their respective states and collate results from local government areas before presenting them to the presidential primary election committee in Abuja.

    “The organisation and conduct of the direct primary in each of the 36 states and the FCT shall be the responsibility of the State Coordinator and Collation Officer, who shall also collate the results of all the local governments in the state and present the same to the Presidential Primary Election Committee in Abuja, FCT on 24 May, 2026,” the document stated.

    The circular was signed by the APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru.

    Fubara’s Role Draws Attention

    Fubara’s inclusion comes amid his long-standing political tensions in Rivers State involving the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

    The rift between both men had earlier escalated into a major political crisis in the state, leading to intervention by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and a subsequent peace arrangement that helped stabilise the situation.

    Party Pushes Ahead With 2027 Preparations

    The APC said its guidelines for the conduct of the primaries, earlier submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission, will guide the exercise across all states.

    The move signals intensified preparations by the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections, with key political figures taking strategic roles in the process.

  • Fubara Denies Dumping APC For NDC Amid Fresh Rivers Political Crisis

    Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has denied reports claiming he dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).

    The governor spoke with journalists on Wednesday, insisting that he remains a member of the APC despite growing political tension in Rivers State.

    “Nothing has changed,” Fubara says

    Fubara dismissed social media reports suggesting he had defected from the ruling party.

    According to him, his loyalty to the APC remains intact.

    “I’m a member of the APC, and nothing has changed. Whatever happens, what is important is supporting the overall interest of the party,” he said.

    The clarification followed widespread reports on Tuesday alleging that the governor had moved to the NDC amid the ongoing political crisis in the state.

    Fresh twist in Rivers APC crisis

    The controversy comes amid renewed tension between Governor Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.

    The political dispute reportedly escalated after the APC House of Assembly Screening Committee disqualified all 32 aspirants allegedly backed by the governor ahead of the party primaries for the 2027 Assembly election.

    However, the committee cleared 29 serving lawmakers loyal to Wike, including lawmakers led by Deputy Speaker Dumle Maol, to participate in the primaries.

    Reports also indicated that the Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule, obtained the APC nomination form to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives.

    Committee submits screening report

    According to reports, 98 aspirants appeared before the four-member screening panel set up by the APC National Working Committee.

    The exercise reportedly took place at the party secretariat in Port Harcourt over the weekend.

    A copy of the committee’s report, signed by Muraina Ajibola, Ishaku Tanko Yamawo, Abdullah Hajia Aisha Abdullahi Adamu, and Danjuma Samuel, stated that the process was conducted using a “transparent, orderly and participatory procedure.”

    Defection of Fubara’s ally fuels speculation

    Political tension further intensified after Blessing Fubara Snr, described as a close political ally and elder brother to the governor, reportedly defected from the APC to the NDC.

    Supporters of the move claimed it was driven by alleged humiliation and manipulation within the APC screening process.

    The development has continued to fuel speculation over possible political realignments in Rivers State ahead of the 2027 elections.

  • Rivers APC Disqualifies 65 Aspirants Ahead of 2027 Primaries

    The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the list of aspirants cleared and disqualified ahead of the party’s primaries for the 2027 general elections.

    According to the party, 33 aspirants were cleared to participate in the primaries, while 65 others failed to scale through the screening process.

    Fubara’s Alleged Loyalists Disqualified

    Notably, all 32 aspirants reportedly linked to the political camp of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara were disqualified from the exercise.

    Meanwhile, incumbent members of the Rivers State House of Assembly believed to be loyal to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike were cleared by the screening committee.

    The Rivers APC screening outcome has already generated widespread reactions in latest Nigerian politics news due to the ongoing political tension within the state.

    APC Announces Appeal Process

    In a statement issued by the Rivers APC Publicity Secretary, Chibike Ikenga, aspirants were advised to verify their screening status at the party’s state secretariat located along Aba Road in Port Harcourt.

    Ikenga further disclosed that aggrieved aspirants could submit appeals through the party secretariat.

    According to him, the appeal process is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, by 10 a.m. at the APC state secretariat.

    The Rivers political crisis has continued dominating breaking news Nigeria today as political alignments ahead of the 2027 elections intensify.

    Reasons for Disqualification Released

    A report released by the screening committee listed several reasons for the disqualification of affected aspirants.

    The committee cited issues including failure to provide valid party membership documents, conflicting dates of birth, unsworn affidavits, invalid NECO-related affidavits, and failure to present voter cards.

    Other reasons reportedly included irregular party membership details, insufficient nominators across wards, and failure by nominators to confirm payment of membership dues.

    The committee also accused some aspirants of attempted inducement and bribery of screening officials during the process.

    Political Tension Deepens in Rivers APC

    The latest development is expected to further deepen political tensions within the Rivers APC, especially amid the ongoing power struggle involving camps loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former governor Nyesom Wike.

    Political observers believe the screening outcome could significantly shape the balance of power within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections in Rivers State.