The political uncertainty around suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has deepened after the All Progressives Congress declined to confirm whether he was screened during its ongoing governorship aspirants exercise.
The APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru responded cautiously when journalists asked about Fubara’s participation, refusing to give a direct yes or no answer. He explained that anyone who appears before the screening committee is simply part of the process and that the committee is expected to review all candidates and later submit its report. He added that the committee has completed its sessions and is now working on its findings, stressing that no official report has been released yet.
This unclear position has added more tension to the already sensitive political situation surrounding Fubara, whose role in the APC 2027 governorship race continues to draw close public attention.
Fubara himself reportedly spent less than 20 minutes before the screening panel and left without speaking to journalists, an action that fueled further speculation about his standing and the outcome of his interaction with the committee.
Meanwhile, other aspirants have continued to express confidence in the process. A Plateau State governorship hopeful, retired Commander Yilchini Jan Bida, described the screening as proof that the party is committed to internal democracy and fairness in selecting candidates.
He expressed strong belief in his chances at the primaries, saying he is confident the process will move toward a direct primary where party members decide the candidate. He also claimed to enjoy strong backing from people in Plateau State, suggesting that support for his ambition has been growing since he picked up and submitted his nomination forms. He further expressed optimism that his supporters would soon celebrate what he believes will be his victory in the party primaries, with hopes of becoming governor in 2027.
