Wike Backs George-Kelly (APC) and Chinda (PDP) for Rivers 2027 Governorship

Two close allies of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike have been tipped for the 2027 Rivers State governorship race. Alabo Dakorinama George-Kelly is set to purchase APC nomination forms, while House Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda targets the PDP ticket. George-Kelly’s entry on the APC platform has sparked excitement among coalition leaders and youth groups. The Kalabari Ijaw politician finished second in the 2022 PDP primary and now enjoys backing from Rainbow Coalition stakeholders, who see his candidacy as unifying. Chinda’s potential PDP bid drew mixed reactions, with some questioning his local appeal. Coalition strategists say Wike is monitoring public sentiment and will endorse the most broadly acceptable candidate. Meanwhile, incumbent Governor Siminalayi Fubara appears poised for a second term. Rivers APC stakeholders have already purchased and donated his nomination forms, signalling sustained confidence in his leadership.

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