Fubara cleared by APC before stepping down, says Yilwatda
Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, clarified that Siminalayi Fubara passed the party’s screening process before voluntarily withdrawing from the governorship primary. Fubara stated his withdrawal was for the peace and unity of Rivers State. There had been speculation about his disqualification, but Yilwatda insisted the decision was personal and not influenced by external parties. He also dismissed claims that Nyesom Wike played a role in Fubara’s withdrawal.
Key takeaways
- Siminalayi Fubara was cleared by the APC screening committee before withdrawing from the governorship primary.
- Fubara announced his withdrawal on May 20, citing peace and unity in Rivers State as his reason.
- Speculation arose about his disqualification after he declined to speak with journalists post-screening.
- Nentawe Yilwatda emphasized that Fubara stepped down voluntarily and was not influenced by Nyesom Wike.
- Yilwatda clarified that Wike is not a member of the APC and cannot dictate the party’s internal affairs.
