Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has promised to deliver the state for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
He made this promise on Friday at the Government House in Port Harcourt after receiving his All Progressives Congress (APC) membership card from the State APC Chairman, Tony Okocha.
Fubara also said he would take full responsibility for the wellbeing and needs of the party in Rivers State.
As the leader of the APC in the state, he vowed to keep the party active and ensure that members of the state executive are well supported.
Just a few days earlier, Fubara left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the APC, following the defection of 17 lawmakers from the Rivers State House of Assembly to the ruling party.
He explained that with him leading the APC in Rivers, it would be easier to rally support to help Tinubu win reelection.
After receiving his membership card, Fubara said his decision to join the APC was made in the interest of the state’s progress.
He described his defection as a way to repay Tinubu for his efforts to keep him in office as governor.
Fubara said, “I thank my chairman for accepting to take on this spiritual assignment. When I made this decision, it was for the safety, protection, progress, and development of our state.
“We cannot work in opposition to the Federal Government, which is led by the ruling party. There is every reason to support Mr. President. I know the sacrifices he has made to keep us in government.
“So, I took this decision as a way to clear the path and make Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 smooth and easy in Rivers. Now that we are united in one party, it will be easier to continue what we promised the President.
“We will do everything to keep APC as the main progressive party in Rivers State. From this moment, it is my responsibility to ensure the party is well taken care of. I promise that every need of the party and its executives in this state is now my responsibility.”
At the launch of the construction of the By-pass to Port Harcourt International Airport and Toll Gate Road, attended by the Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo, Fubara declared himself the “001” member of the APC in Rivers State.
I find it intriguing that Governor Fubara is already looking ahead to 2027. Politics sure keeps us on our toes!
I find it fascinating how political alliances shift so quickly. Can Fubara really deliver Rivers State for Tinubu in 2027? Time will tell.
Is it realistic to pledge delivering a state for a political figure so far in advance? Seems like a bold move or just wishful thinking?
Wow, Fubaras switch to APC for Tinubu in 2027 is a bold move. Will he really deliver Rivers State? Lets stay tuned!
Isnt it too early to predict political outcomes for 2027? Lets focus on current issues. Future is uncertain!
I find it puzzling how political allegiances can shift so quickly. Wonder what the future holds for Rivers State!
Wow, Fubaras switch to APC for Tinubu in 2027 is a bold move. Do you think its a strategic political play or just opportunistic?
Isnt it too early to pledge loyalty for 2027? Politics is so uncertain, lets see how things unfold.