Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara has pledged to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu, stating that he will collaborate with various groups to ensure the president’s success in 2027. Fubara made this declaration during the commissioning of the Egbeda-Omerelu link road on Thursday, emphasizing his commitment to delivering votes for the president in the upcoming election.
The governor’s statement comes after he and some state legislators defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Fubara attributed his decision to join the APC to the PDP’s alleged abandonment of him during a period of political turmoil. By switching parties, Fubara has positioned himself to support President Tinubu, who is expected to seek re-election in 2027.
During the road commissioning event, Fubara reiterated his intention to work with any group that shares his goal of supporting the president. “Our position is to ensure that everyone supports Mr. President,” he said. “We will support every other group to ensure that we deliver for Mr. President come 2027.” This statement suggests that Fubara is willing to build alliances and cooperate with various stakeholders to achieve his objective.
The governor’s defection to the APC, along with some state legislators, has significant implications for the political landscape in Rivers State. As the 2027 elections approach, Fubara’s support for President Tinubu is likely to influence the voting patterns in the state. The APC will likely capitalize on Fubara’s popularity and influence in the state to mobilize support for the president.
The collaboration between Fubara and the APC is expected to have far-reaching consequences for the political dynamics in Rivers State and beyond. As the election season draws near, it remains to be seen how Fubara’s support for President Tinubu will impact the outcome of the polls. For now, the governor’s commitment to delivering votes for the president has set the stage for an interesting political landscape in the region.
