A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has urged residents of Rivers State to learn from the outcomes of the 2015 elections, attributing the state’s current socio-political and economic challenges to the decisions made by voters back then.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement released on Tuesday, Eze recalled how the electorate disregarded the warnings of former Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, who had passionately advised them against electing Nyesom Wike. According to Eze, Amaechi framed the 2015 poll as a critical choice between “light and darkness,” presenting the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Dakuku Peterside, as a competent and visionary leader capable of building upon the developmental milestones achieved between 2007 and 2015.

“Unfortunately, through the influence of powerful political forces at the centre and circumstances that remain part of our political history, Rivers State ended up on a path that has brought over eleven years of stagnation, division, insecurity, institutional decline, and the dismantling of many of the visionary programmes that once made Rivers State a model of development in Nigeria,” Eze stated.

Stance on the 2027 Governorship Election

Looking ahead to the 2027 governorship race, Eze strongly condemned Wike’s repeated claims that he will solely determine the next governor of the state. He argued that no single individual holds proprietary rights over Rivers State and called for an absolute end to political godfatherism.

• Rejection of Imposition: Eze labeled any attempt to impose a successor on the populace as undemocratic and a direct threat to the sovereignty of voters.

• Call to Action: He urged the people of Rivers State to use all available democratic means to resist and reject what he termed a “devilish agenda.”

• No Offence Committed: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike stated that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara committed no wrong by reconciling with his political family, noting that politics has no room for “sin” and acknowledging mistakes is a positive step.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Inevitable Return: Wike reiterated that he had previously predicted Fubara would have to return to the political structure that brought him to power, confirming that their doors are now open to work together for the state.

  • Boost for Tinubu’s 2027 Bid: According to Wike, the governor’s public reconciliation and return will unify the political family to mobilize and secure the votes needed for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

  • Inspection of FCT Infrastructure: Making these remarks during an inspection of major road projects like the ISEX Road Corridor and Apo-Karshi Road, Wike expressed satisfaction with the pace of construction.

  • December Completion Target: Wike noted that the contractor aims to finish six kilometres and major interchanges of the 10-kilometre ISEX road by December, pending the release of funds captured in the national budget.

  • Commitment to Project Continuity: Highlighting the administration’s focus on finishing abandoned or inherited projects rather than abandoning them, Wike emphasized that true leadership requires continuity to safeguard public funds and boost economic development.

• Dismissal of Babachir Lawal’s 2027 Prediction: Chille Igbawua, Special Adviser to the ADC National Chairman, rejected Babachir Lawal’s prediction that Atiku Abubakar would lose the 2027 election, dismissing it as a personal wish lacking scientific or factual backing.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Focus on Policy and Structure: Igbawua emphasized that the ADC is prioritizing rigorous organizational work, a robust manifesto, and a clear policy framework aimed at rescuing Nigeria rather than relying on rhetoric.

  • Clarification on Peter Obi’s Entry: Addressing Peter Obi’s exit, Igbawua clarified that Obi was not part of the original opposition coalition that selected the ADC as its platform, having only joined late in December after processes were finalized.

  • Defense of Presidential Primaries: Igbawua defended the ADC’s presidential primary process, asserting it complied fully with party and national laws and demonstrated a stronger commitment to internal democracy than other major parties.

  • Challenging the Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket: Rejecting projections that combine the past votes of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, Igbawua argued that simple arithmetic does not equal success and maintained that an Atiku-Rotimi Amaechi ticket would be far stronger.

  • Critique of Subsidy Management: While acknowledging that fuel subsidy removal is necessary, Igbawua criticized the Federal Government for lacking transparency and failing to properly account for or deploy the resulting savings to ease public hardship.

  • Commitment to Youth and Women Inclusion: Highlighting the party’s leadership structure—including young appointees and female deputy national chairmen—Igbawua stressed that the ADC and Atiku remain firmly committed to active youth and women inclusion in governance.