Rivers Youths Urge FCT Minister Wike to Endorse Speaker Amaewhule for 2027 Governorship Race
Rivers Youths Urge FCT Minister Wike to Endorse Speaker Amaewhule for 2027 Governorship Race
A youth leader in Rivers State, Comrade Tammy Amakiri, has publicly called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, to throw his weight behind Rt. Hon. Martin Chike Amaewhule, the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, as the preferred governorship candidate for the 2027 election.
In a passionate appeal that underscores the ongoing political realignments in the oil-rich state, Amakiri praised Amaewhule’s distinctive leadership approach and his demonstrated loyalty to Wike, describing both qualities as essential for sustaining progress and unity in Rivers politics.
“Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule has consistently shown a style of leadership that is firm, inclusive, and results-oriented,” Amakiri stated. “More importantly, his unwavering loyalty to the political leader of the state, Chief Nyesom Wike, is unmatched. These attributes make him the ideal successor to carry forward the legacy of good governance and development that Wike has championed.”
The call comes amid heightened political activities in Rivers State as stakeholders position themselves ahead of the 2027 governorship race. Wike, widely regarded as a major power broker in the state despite serving as FCT Minister, has maintained significant influence over the Rivers State House of Assembly, currently led by Amaewhule and his loyalist lawmakers.
Amakiri’s endorsement aligns with efforts by pro-Wike groups to consolidate support around figures seen as reliable allies, especially as debates intensify over succession plans, party structures, and the future direction of Rivers politics following recent tensions between the state government and the assembly.
As the political temperature in Rivers continues to rise, all eyes remain on Wike for any formal response to Amakiri’s call and its implications for the emerging governorship contest.
