Fresh political tension is building in Rivers State after the APC cleared all lawmakers linked to Nyesom Wike during its latest screening exercise ahead of the 2027 elections. Related News Akwa Ibom APC adopts gov for second term 2027: Ex-minister Maku, ex-senator Abbo pick Labour Party nomination forms, eye Senate, governorship Fubara dismisses defection rumour as loyalists await APC appeal verdict The development has fueled speculation about growing political influence within the party, especially as Governor Siminalayi Fubara also appeared before the APC screening committee amid ongoing power shifts in the state’s political landscape. The development has fueled speculation about growing political influence within the party, especially as Governor Siminalayi Fubara also appeared before the APC screening committee amid ongoing power shifts in the state’s political landscape.