Wike's Ally Stays in Office Despite Tinubu's Directive

George Alabo, the President of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA), continues to hold his position despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's directive for political appointees intending to contest the 2027 elections to resign by March 31, 2026. Alabo's alleged resignation to contest the governorship primary in Rivers State alongside Governor Siminalayi Fubara and others has not been independently verified.

President Tinubu appointed Abdulrazak Namda as the new Director General of BCDA, replacing Alabo. Reports indicate that Alabo's continued presence in office is due to backing from influential figures within the presidency, despite his supposed intention to vie for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Rivers State.

The APC's screening committee is set to review gubernatorial aspirants on May 11, 2026, but Alabo's name appeared on a list of aspirants despite claims of withdrawal. The situation reflects ongoing political maneuvering in the lead-up to the elections.