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Wike woos Fubara’s supporters, seeks Rivers votes for Tinubu

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged Governor Fubara’s supporters to back President Tinubu’s second-term bid, promising more federal appointments for Rivers Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-woos-fubaras-supporters-seeks-rivers-votes-for-tinubu/

Wike woos Fubara’s supporters, seeks Rivers votes for Tinubu

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has been urging supporters of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to back President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid, claiming that increased votes for the President would attract more federal appointments and infrastructure projects to the state. During an interactive meeting with Fubara's supporters and youth leaders in Port Harcourt, Wike emphasized the importance of reconciliation among political stakeholders and urged them to unite behind Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He claimed that by delivering a strong electoral performance for the President, Rivers State would gain more political influence and development benefits.

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