In a significant political development, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has stepped down from the upcoming APC governorship primary election.
The governor made the disclosure on Wednesday through a self-signed statement, characterizing the choice as a tough concession made after extensive discussions with his inner circle and family.
Emphasizing party loyalty over personal ambition, Fubara stated he is fully prepared to rally behind the eventual winner of the primary.
He stated: “After deep reflection and extensive consultations with my family, friends and associates, I have taken the difficult but necessary decision to withdraw from the APC governorship primaries.
“I do so with a full heart and with a firm commitment to support whoever emerges as the candidate of our great party.”
Persecondnews reports that this surprising turn of events coincides with a period of deep political realignment and mounting anxiety over the control of the APC ticket in Rivers.
Though Fubara’s official statement remained vague on his specific motives, political observers are already warning that his exit will trigger a massive shift in power dynamics as the 2027 election draws closer.
To mitigate potential fallout, the governor framed his withdrawal as a selfless act meant to guarantee party unity and institutional stability.
He appealed to his political network, urging calm and demanding a united front as the APC heads into the critical next phase of the electoral process.
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