Fubara denies leaving APC amid party screening controversy
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has addressed rumours about his alleged defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to another party. Speaking during an inspection tour, Fubara emphasized that he remains with the APC and urged the public not to believe misleading reports. The governor also expressed satisfaction with the completion of new health facilities in the state. Meanwhile, APC loyalists are anxiously awaiting the outcome of the party's appeal process for House of Assembly aspirants.
What we know
- Siminalayi Fubara stated he is still a member of the APC and dismissed reports of his defection as false.
- The governor made his comments while inspecting newly completed hospital projects in Rumuigbo, Rivers State.
- APC aspirants who were disqualified during the screening are awaiting the results of their appeals.
- The APC screening appeal committee, led by Dr Abdul Mahmud, has concluded its sittings and will release its findings soon.
- Dr Abdul Mahmud criticized aspirants for sending congratulatory messages, warning that such actions could be misinterpreted.
