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FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike
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Federal Capital Territory minister Nyesom Wike said peace has returned to Rivers State after mediation by President Bola Tinubu and Governor Siminalayi Fubara. He noted that the internal leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) makes it a significant risk for aspirants seeking office in the upcoming FCT Area Council elections. Wike claimed the PDP did not consult him on candidate selections and indicated he would support candidates aligned with the president. He also referenced comments about Senator Kingibe’s future and the late arrival of the ADC party, suggesting broader electoral dynamics in the FCT.
Key entitiesNyesom WikePeoples Democratic Party (PDP)President Bola TinubuGovernor Siminalayi FubaraSenator Kingibe
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