Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reportedly been cleared by the All Progressives Congress to contest for a second term ahead of the Rivers State governorship primaries.
Newsonspot reports that sources familiar with the screening exercise disclosed that the governor appeared before the party’s screening committee and was allegedly asked to “take a bow and go,” a phrase political observers interpreted as a sign that he successfully passed the screening process without any complications.
With the clearance, Fubara is now officially eligible to participate in the party’s governorship primaries in Rivers State as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum.
The development comes amid ongoing political realignments in the state.
Key Details of the 2026 APC Primary Process
Screening Period: The exercise for incumbent governors ran from May 8 to May 9, 2026.
Primaries Date: The APC gubernatorial primary election in Rivers State is set for May 18, 2026.
Leadership Status: As a sitting governor, Fubara is recognized by the national party leadership as the leader of the APC in Rivers State.
The screening committee was chaired by the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, with National Secretary Sen. Ajibola Basiru served as secretary.
The development comes amid the prolonged political crisis between the governor and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Since assuming office, Fubara’s relationship with Wike has steadily deteriorated, leading to a fierce battle for political influence and control in Rivers State.
Wike, who currently serves as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has repeatedly accused Fubara of betrayal and openly vowed not to support the governor’s reelection ambition. The ongoing rivalry between both political heavyweights has continued to dominate the political landscape in the state, with loyalists on both sides intensifying efforts to strengthen their positions ahead of future elections.
More details are expected to emerge as political developments unfold in Rivers State.
