By Rimawaglobalnews Political Desk
Reports circulating widely on social media indicate that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has allegedly directed his political supporters to contest the forthcoming Rivers State House of Assembly bye-elections on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
According to the reports, the directive affects the Ahoada-East Constituency II and Khana Constituency II seats, where bye-elections are expected to hold following vacancies in the Assembly.
Though no official statement has been issued by Wike or the SDP as of press time, the development, if confirmed, signals a significant political realignment in Rivers State, especially given Wike’s long-standing influence within the state’s political structure.
Political observers say the reported move could reshape the balance of power ahead of future electoral contests in Rivers, particularly amid ongoing tensions and strategic recalibrations among major political blocs.
Efforts to reach officials of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission and key stakeholders for confirmation were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.
Rimawaglobalnews will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more details emerge.
