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Evening Recap: Why Fubara lost Wike’s second-term backing, Bonfrère Jo laments unpaid Atlanta ’96 reward, other top stories

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  • FCT Minister Nyesom Wike explained his decision not to support Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for a second term, citing broken political agreements and a need for trust and loyalty.
  • Political camps are reportedly considering former governors for campaign director-general roles as they prepare for the 2027 presidential election.
  • The daughter of RCCG founder Pastor Enoch Adeboye denied social media claims that she criticized the church's leadership.

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has revealed that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was denied support for a second term due to a failure to honor political agreements. Wike stated that trust and loyalty are crucial in politics, and disagreements had deepened the political crisis in the state. His comments offer new insight into the rift that fractured their alliance and caused political instability.

Fubara was not permitted to seek a second term because of what he described as the governor’s failure to honour political agreements.

— Nyesom WikeExplaining his decision not to support Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for a second term.

Meanwhile, major presidential contenders are reportedly preparing for the 2027 general election by considering former governors for key campaign leadership positions. President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and Labour Party's Peter Obi are all said to be weighing these options, aiming to leverage the experience and networks of former state governors for what is expected to be a competitive election.

In other news, the daughter of Redeemed Christian Church of God founder Pastor Enoch Adeboye has denied social media rumors that she criticized the church's leadership regarding her father's legacy. She clarified that the attributed statements were false and affirmed her commitment to the church and its leaders.

Trust and loyalty are critical in politics.

— Nyesom WikeCommenting on the political crisis in Rivers State.

Additionally, former Super Eagles coach Bonfrère Jo expressed disappointment over not receiving rewards for Nigeria's Atlanta Olympic triumph three decades ago. Veteran broadcaster Frank Edoho also blamed a sponsor's fine for the disappearance of the program 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' from Nigerian television.

Goodnight Dad. Till we meet to never part again. Say hello to mum.

— Segun DadaAnnouncing his father's passing on X.
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