Dayo Akintobi, a prominent public affairs analyst, has raised serious concerns regarding the political future of Governor Siminalayi Fubara ahead of the 2027 elections. During a live press review, Akintobi examined the deepening crisis within the Rivers State political landscape, suggesting that the incumbent governor faces a daunting task in securing his party ticket amidst a fierce power struggle with his former political mentor and predecessor.
According to a video posted on the Official YouTube channel of Channels Television on Monday May 11, 2026, while analyzing the results of the recent screening exercise for aspirants, Dayo Akintobi stated, “Governor Fubara is not going to have a free coast to the nomination ticket.” He explained that despite Fubara being the sitting governor, the internal party machinery remains heavily influenced by external forces.
The analyst further highlighted that the rift between the governor and his erstwhile godfather, Nyesom Wike, has created a major roadblock for Fubara’s re-election ambitions. Akintobi noted that Wike reportedly has his own preferred candidate who has already undergone the screening process, even though there are public denials regarding this move. This development signifies a significant shift in the state’s traditional political structure.
Akintobi argued that the governor lacks the necessary alignment of party elders and brokers required to force other aspirants to step down. He suggested that without this crucial support, Fubara might find himself isolated within a party he is supposed to lead. The atmosphere in Rivers State remains tense as both camps continue to maneuver for control over the primary process and the party ticket.
In his concluding remarks, Dayo Akintobi emphasized that the road to 2027 will be much rougher for the governor than many observers initially anticipated. He pointed out that the existence of bad blood between the major gladiators means the battle for the nomination will be a hard fought contest. Fubara must now find a way to secure his political future against a very formidable opposition.
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