Sumner Sambo, the Director of Politics at Arise News, has revealed that several All Progressives Congress (APC) governors are growing anxious over the political coalition being formed by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike in Rivers State ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Key highlights from his analysis on The Morning Show include:

• Fears of Ballot Confusion: APC governors reportedly worry that voters might struggle on election day to split their ballots between different parties—such as voting APC for the presidency, PDP for the governorship, and other parties for legislative seats.

• Potential Threat to Tinubu: Sambo noted that these governors fear Wike’s strategic calculations could ultimately undermine President Bola Tinubu’s electoral prospects.

• Shifting Dynamics in Rivers: The emergence of an African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate from Rivers State is expected to disrupt conventional voting patterns in the region.

• A Cosmopolitan Electorate: Emphasizing Rivers State’s cosmopolitan nature, Sambo warned that leaders cannot easily dictate choices to the electorate, pointing to the massive crowds that recently welcomed opposition figures like Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.

During an interview with Arise Television, Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi made a firm commitment to eradicate election rigging if elected president, declaring that such electoral malpractices will not be tolerated under his leadership.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Key pillars of his vision and statements include:

• Electoral Integrity: Obi emphasized that political parties will function properly and things will be managed correctly, ensuring that election rigging cannot occur under his watch.

• Tackling Corruption and Waste: He vowed to actively fight corruption, eliminate systemic waste, and strictly enforce law and order to restore national honor and respect.

• National Unity and Security: Highlighting the current fragmentation of the nation, Obi stated that his administration’s top priorities will include uniting the country and securing the populace.

• Critical Development: He also pledged to drive development across essential sectors, focusing heavily on healthcare and education.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has publicly endorsed Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago for a second term in office during a solidarity visit to Minna. Idris highlighted that the governor’s impressive performance under the New Niger Agenda warrants another term to consolidate ongoing development projects across the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶