Fubara Recognised as APC Leader in Rivers Party Chair Pledges Support for Primary Winner

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially recognised Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party’s leader in Rivers State, National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda announced. This affirmation comes amid ongoing disputes over political influence in the state between Fubara and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

Since joining the APC, Fubara has referred to himself as the party’s “001” in Rivers, a claim Wike has publicly rejected, insisting he continues to wield significant sway over the state’s political dynamics. Wike also highlighted the collaboration between the APC and PDP in supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.

During an interview on Channels Television’s Hard Copy, Yilwatda clarified the APC’s official stance, emphasising that while Fubara is recognised as the state leader, unity and coordination with other party members remain essential.

“Governor Fubara is the leader of the APC in Rivers State,” Yilwatda said, “but he must coordinate with others in the state to ensure unity.”

The national chairman further highlighted that his personal backing will follow the outcome of the party’s primary elections.

“I do not unilaterally choose whom to support in the state’s primaries,” Yilwatda added. “If Fubara wins the APC primary, he will have my full support. If he loses, I will extend my support to the candidate who emerges victorious and continue to work with them for the party’s success.”