Rivers 2027: Wike’s loyalist, Chinda cleared to battle Fubara in APC governorship primary

Kingsley Chinda, a strong supporter of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has been cleared by the All Progressives Congress (APC) screening committee.

This clearance is ahead of the party’s governorship primary election in Rivers State.

Chinda currently serves as the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. He recently joined the race for the 2027 Rivers State governorship election, adding more competition to the political contest in the state.

With his entry into the race, Chinda is now expected to contest for the APC governorship ticket alongside other aspirants, including the sitting governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

The race is seen as a major political battle within the party.

Although Wike has not officially named any candidate he supports, political observers believe Chinda may have an advantage if he eventually receives Wike’s backing.

Wike is considered a key political figure in Rivers State politics and his influence is seen as important in the upcoming primary.

Wike has also previously made it clear that he does not support Governor Fubara’s re-election bid.

He has stated that he will announce his preferred candidate at the appropriate time, which has further increased political tension and interest in the party’s primary election scheduled for May 21.