Rivers State Governor Fubara Confirmed as PDP’s National Leader
In a significant development, the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party’s national leader. This decision follows a closed-door meeting between the NWC members and Governor Fubara at the Government House in Port Harcourt.
The NWC’s endorsement of Governor Fubara is a major boost to his leadership, particularly in the wake of the recent court judgment nullifying the purported PDP congresses in Rivers State. The court’s verdict has paved the way for Governor Fubara’s faction to take control of the party’s structure in the state.
The development is seen as a significant setback for former Governor Nyesom Wike, who has been embroiled in a bitter leadership tussle with Governor Fubara. The PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, has welcomed the court’s decision, stating that it reaffirms the party’s commitment to transparency and internal democracy.
With Governor Fubara’s confirmation as the PDP’s national leader, the party’s leadership structure in Rivers State is expected to undergo significant changes. The development is likely to have far-reaching implications for the party’s fortunes in the state, particularly in the run-up to the 2027 general elections.
