Rivers State is experiencing a significant shift in its political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. This development comes shortly after the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, announced that political activities in the state would commence in January 2026. The factional Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Nname Robinson Ewor, has leveled accusations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, claiming that he misled party members into believing he had the capacity to control the state’s political structure.
According to Ewor, Governor Fubara abandoned the PDP during its internal crisis, leaving party members exposed to political turmoil. It is worth noting that Ewor emerged as the factional chairman of the PDP in January 2025, following the removal of the party’s former chairman, Aaron Chukwuemeka, by a Rivers State High Court. The party subsequently appointed him as interim chairman to stabilize its affairs. After the controversial Ibadan Congress in November 2025, the Tanimu Turaki-led PDP appointed Ewor as Chairman of the Caretaker Committee in Rivers State in December 2025.
In a recent turn of events, Ewor, who had previously opposed Minister Wike’s faction, has shifted his allegiance and is now reportedly working in alignment with the FCT Minister. This move signifies a notable realignment of political forces in Rivers State. The state’s political structure has been subject to intense competition, with various factions vying for control. As the 2027 general elections approach, these developments are likely to have significant implications for the political landscape of Rivers State.
The PDP, as one of the major political parties in Nigeria, has been experiencing internal conflicts, which have led to the emergence of factional leaders. The party’s internal crisis has been characterized by power struggles and competing interests. The recent accusations and alignments in Rivers State reflect the broader dynamics at play within the party. As political activities in the state commence, it is expected that these developments will continue to unfold, potentially influencing the outcome of the 2027 general elections. Further details on these developments are awaited, and it remains to be seen how these political realignments will shape the future of Rivers State.