The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced its campaign for the 2023 governorship elections in Rivers State with a rally at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. Over 75,000 PDP faithful gathered at the stadium. Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, Felix Obuah the Campaign Chairman of the party in the state, the G5 Governors and other members of the party addressed the rally. The governorship candidate of the party in the state, Dr. Sim Fubara, was also present at the event.
Who is Governor Wike?
Governor Wike is the current governor of Rivers State in Nigeria. He was elected in 2015 and is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Prior to his election as governor, he served as the Minister of State for Education from 2013 to 2015. He has also served as a member of the Rivers State House of Assembly from 1999 to 2007.
Who are The G5 Governors
The G5 Governors are factions who are loyal to the Governor of Rivers State. They are in support of wike for standing on equity, fairness and transparency. The G5 Governors are not in support of Atiku’s Presidential ambitions. The G5 Governor’s include
Seyi Makinde of Oyo State
Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State
Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State
Samuel Ortom of Benue State
Nyesom Wike of Rivers State
Who is Felix Obuah?
Governor Wike, Felix Obuah, and Sim Fubara recently kicked off the PDP governorship campaign in Rivers State. Felix Obuah is the current Campaign Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State and the former Chairman of the party in the state. Sim Fubara is the Governorship Candidate of PDP in Rivers State and a close ally of Governor Wike.
Who is Sim Fubara?
Sim Fubara is the Elected Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State. He was elected to this position by members of the party and the Governor of Rivers State Nyesom in 2022.
What is the PDP Governorship Campaign?
The PDP Governorship Campaign is the official campaign period during which the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeks to elect a new Governor of Rivers State. The campaign officially kicks off today with a rally Inside Port Harcourt, attended by party leaders and members from all over the state. During the campaign, party members will have the opportunity to hear from the candidates and learn about their plans for Rivers State. Candidates will also be touring the state to meet with voters and listen to their concerns. The PDP Governorship Campaign provides an important opportunity for party members to come together and make their voices heard. It is also an important time for voters to learn about the candidates and make an informed decision about who they want to lead Rivers State.
Why are they kicking off the campaign?
The campaign is for the party to officially give the flag to their rightful Governorship Candidate that will represent the party in an election.
Wike is seeking Rivers People to vote for Sim Fubara, come 2023 and was joined by PDP Campaign Chairman Bro Felix Obuah. Sim is widely seen as the favorite to win Rivers election, given his strong performance in office. He has received endorsements from several high-profile figures within the PDP. The PDP has been in power in Rivers State since 1999, and Wike is hoping to continue that winning streak for Sim Fubara come 2023 Governorship Election.
What does this mean for the people of Rivers State?
It is no secret that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been struggling in recent years. They have been plagued by infighting, corruption, and a general loss of support from the people. In an effort to regain relevance and support, the G5 PDP Governors has turned to Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike as their figurehead for the 2023 Election Campaign for the elected PDP Governorship Candidate Sim Fubara .
This decision was likely made due to Wike’s popularity and his ability to connect with the people of Rivers State. He has proven himself to be a competent and effective leader, Popularly called Mr. Project and many believe that he has the best interests of the state at heart. The PDP is hoping that Wike’s presence will help increase voter turnout and enthusiasm for the party. They are also counting on his continued success as governor to boost their chances in the election. It remains to be seen whether or not this strategy will pay off, but it is clear that the PDP is desperate to regain power in Rivers State. Only time will tell if they are successful.
Conclusion
The PDP governorship campaign in Rivers State has officially kicked off, with Governor Nyesom Wike, G5 Governors, Felix Obuah, and the Governorship Flag Bearer in Rivers State Sim Fubara leading the charge. With the support of these powerful figures, the PDP is looking to still continue their dominance since the creation of the state and gain control of the government. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest developments from the campaign trail.
