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Just In: Wike Acknowledges President’s Role In Rivers Crisis And Also Denies Seeking Tinubu’s Intervention
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, clarified that he did not personally approach President Bola Tinubu seeking intervention in the crisis affecting Rivers State. Nonetheless, he acknowledged the President’s role in addressing the political situation in the oil-rich state….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at the 20th wedding Anniversary/Thanksgiving of Hon Dr & Dr (Mrs) George-Kelly D.A. Alabo at the Kings Assembly Church on Sunday, the former Rivers State governor found it peculiar that those who initially urged Tinubu’s intervention were now asserting that the President lacked the constitutional authority to do so.
Wike expressed gratitude to President for stepping in and fostering peace, stating, “We must thank Mr President for interfering and intervening, but I was not even the one who went to the President to seek for his intervention. They were saying ‘President intervene, President intervene,’ and President intervened, they are now saying Mr President has no constitutional power to have intervened. But they were the same people who sought the President’s intervention and he has intervened to bring peace. They are now turning around to say no, the President does not have the constitutional power.”
A political disagreement has emerged within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State following Governor Abdullahi Sule’s reported endorsement of Senator Aliyu Wadada as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the move has sparked tension between the governor and his predecessor, Umar Tanko Al-Makura, who faulted the decision, describing it as premature and not properly consulted within party structures.
Al-Makura, a prominent figure in the state’s political landscape, expressed displeasure that he only became aware of the endorsement through media reports. He argued that the decision should have involved wider consultation, warning that such early endorsements could undermine internal party processes.
He further noted that the APC had not begun its formal nomination process, insisting that declaring support for a candidate at this stage was inappropriate and ahead of schedule.
The controversy was further heightened by former Inspector-General of Police, Muhammad Adamu, who is also aspiring for the APC governorship ticket. He rejected the endorsement, stating that no individual has the authority to impose a candidate, and reaffirmed his intention to contest in the party primaries.
In response, Governor Sule, through his media aide, defended the endorsement, stating that it was consistent with political traditions in the state. He referenced past succession arrangements, including Al-Makura’s own endorsement of him, arguing that the current process was in line with established practice but being conducted more transparently.
The governor’s camp clarified that Senator Wadada remains a preferred aspirant and not the party’s official candidate.
Senator Wadada, reacting to the development, called for calm among party members, describing the situation as part of normal political competition. He also downplayed tensions with other aspirants, noting that the contest should be seen as a democratic process.
Meanwhile, support for Adamu continues to grow in parts of Nasarawa South, where youths, women, and stakeholders have openly backed his ambition, alongside broader endorsements for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Adamu, however, maintained that he remains firmly in the race, accusing some political actors of inconsistency in the unfolding succession dynamics.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has indicated that residents may have to wait until May before knowing his preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election, as political consultations within the state continue.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the governor disclosed that he would publicly unveil his chosen successor before the end of the first week of May, following extensive consultations with key stakeholders across the state.
Makinde explained that the selection process has involved wide engagements with elders, religious leaders, and other influential figures, noting that while several aspirants have emerged, no final decision has been reached.
He added that the choice of a candidate is a sensitive responsibility that requires broad acceptance and careful consideration to maintain political stability and continuity in the state.
The governor also dismissed speculations suggesting that he had already endorsed any individual, stressing that no aspirant has been officially anointed for the race.
Makinde further noted that the direction of his political decision, including the platform on which the party will contest, may depend on the outcome of a pending Supreme Court ruling affecting the Peoples Democratic Party.
He stated that the ruling is expected to provide clarity on internal party matters, which could influence his final decision regarding the 2027 governorship election.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is reportedly considering the use of direct primaries in some states ahead of the 2027 general elections as internal disagreements and failed consensus negotiations continue to create tension within the party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
among stakeholders and difficulties in reaching agreements on consensus candidates in several states. It was gathered that the party may adopt direct primaries in areas where consensus arrangements prove unworkable.
This development comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deadline for political parties to submit candidate lists draws closer. In response, the APC is said to be finalising preparations to release its timetable for primary elections covering presidential, governorship, and National Assembly contests.
Party insiders disclosed that the proposed timetable has already been reviewed by the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, and presented to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has reportedly given his approval. The schedule is expected to be officially unveiled soon.
While consensus candidates have reportedly been agreed upon in Lagos, Oyo, and Ogun States, discussions are still ongoing in several other states where agreement has not been reached, particularly those governed by second-term governors.
Findings indicate that the party is still struggling to conclude consensus arrangements in states such as Nasarawa, Kwara, Adamawa, Yobe, and Bauchi. There are also indications that President Tinubu may intervene to help resolve disputes in some of these states.
A senior party source explained that consultations are still ongoing, but emphasized that consensus cannot be imposed where disagreements persist. According to the source, incumbent governors are being given priority in selecting their successors, but unresolved conflicts may necessitate direct primaries.
Another APC official noted that while governors who recently joined the party may influence succession decisions, other stakeholders will still have input, particularly in legislative nominations, though arrangements differ across states.
The source further added that the party is determined to avoid internal crises that could lead to defections or anti-party activities, stressing that direct primaries may be adopted as a more transparent and democratic alternative where consensus fails.
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