The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday held a meeting in Port Harcourt amid growing political manoeuvres ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Wike reportedly arrived at Fubara’s private residence in Port Harcourt at about 4:30 p.m., accompanied by members of his entourage.
The purpose of the meeting was not immediately clear as of the time of filing this report. However, sources close to the governor reportedly linked the encounter to political preparations ahead of the 2027 elections.
The meeting comes amid ongoing political realignments in Rivers State, where the relationship between the governor and his predecessor has remained a major issue in the state's political landscape.
Wike, who governed Rivers State before Fubara assumed office, continues to wield considerable political influence in the state. He has also openly declared support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027.
Fubara's political ambitions, his relationship with Wike and his standing among political stakeholders are expected to play significant roles in determining the direction of political alignments in Rivers State ahead of the polls.
The meeting has consequently drawn attention as political actors begin positioning themselves for the next general elections.
However, details of the discussions between the two leaders remained unknown as of the time of filing this report. It was also unclear whether the meeting produced any agreement or marked a shift in their political relationship.
Further developments from the meeting are expected to provide more insight into the political calculations shaping Rivers State ahead of the 2027 elections.
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