Wike Promises Support for Tinubu's 2027 Campaign
On Sunday, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State disclosed that during a meeting, Nyesom Wike, the former governor of Rivers State, pledged to support Bola Tinubu's presidential ambitions for the 2027 elections. Makinde indicated that Wike's faction within the People's Democratic Party (PDP) is prepared to back Tinubu, suggesting a significant political maneuver within the party.
He mentioned that anyone who aligns with Wike's group is free to support Tinubu, emphasizing that the faction's agreement is not begrudged. Makinde's comments were made while he was meeting with Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, highlighting the ongoing political dynamics within the PDP and the implications for the upcoming elections.
This revelation points to a potential shift in party loyalties and strategies as the 2027 presidential election approaches.
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