Wike Leads Tinubu's Campaign in Rivers, Fubara Involved

Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, disclosed during his monthly media chat on October 13 that he is heading President Bola Tinubu's re-election campaign in Rivers State, rather than Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike noted that Rivers is unique as the only state where the incumbent APC governor is not directly coordinating the presidential campaign.

He did not provide specific reasons for Fubara's absence from the leadership role but insisted that Fubara has not been marginalized and is fully integrated into the campaign. Wike highlighted that campaign meetings are being held at Fubara's residence, indicating his involvement.

He confirmed that Fubara would participate in the campaign at both state and national levels. Wike also mentioned that Fubara's primary concern is to maintain the integrity of his political family, regardless of his own electoral ambitions.

This situation reflects the ongoing political tension between Wike and Fubara, which has influenced the political landscape in Rivers State over the past two years.