The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State has declared its allegiance to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, affirming its readiness to align with his political decisions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Leaders of the party in the area stated that they would be guided by whatever direction the former Rivers State governor provides concerning the state’s political future.
This position was made known by the APC Chairman in Ahoada West, Mr Rejoice Otobo, during Wike’s appreciation visit to the local government on Sunday.
Mr Otobo assured the minister of the unwavering support of the people, attributing their loyalty to Wike’s contributions and impact in the area.
He said, “We await instructions from you on the 2027 elections concerning Rivers State.
“Wherever you ask us to go, there we shall go; whatever you ask us to do is what we will do.
“All the good and the bad people of the LGA have decided that where you want us to go is where we will go,” the chairman said.
In a similar show of support, the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the area, Mr Ikechukwu Obuzor, said Wike’s leadership had restored confidence and hope among the people of Ahoada West.
He pledged total loyalty and expressed confidence that the local government would strongly support the minister in the next general elections.
Earlier, the Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Council, Mr Chita Eugene, described Wike as the “political field marshal of the South-South,” commending him for attracting significant development to Rivers State.
He said the visit went beyond a mere expression of gratitude, describing it as a recognition of effective leadership and dedicated public service.
Also speaking, the member representing Ahoada West/Ogba-Egbema/Ndoni Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Mr Victor Obuzor, said Wike had earned the support of the people through his performance in office.
He noted that the minister’s achievements in the local government area and his transformation of Rivers State during his tenure as governor justified the continued backing he enjoys.
The Seyi Tinubu Support Group, led by Mr Chidi Amadi, also pledged its support for Wike and reiterated its commitment to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu for a second term.
In his remarks, Wike said his visit was aimed at appreciating the people of Ahoada West for the overwhelming support extended to him and President Tinubu during the 2023 general elections.
He recalled that Rivers State was once widely respected for its firm stance on good governance, a reputation he said declined due to poor leadership.
The minister stressed the need to reclaim the state’s lost political stature, insisting that Governor Siminalayi Fubara should not be returned for a second term.
According to him, restoring Rivers State’s pride and influence would require correcting past leadership choices in the 2027 elections.
He added that Rivers State was already regaining national respect through the performance of the FCT under his leadership, stressing the importance of having a trusted leader to steer the state towards progress and sustainable development.