By Our News Editor
Fresh political undercurrents are shaping the landscape in Rivers State as indications emerge that Alabo (Hon.) Boma Iyaye may be positioning to replace Governor Siminalayi Fubara ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
Iyaye, a seasoned accountant, legal practitioner, and politician, currently serves as Executive Director of Finance and Administration at the Niger Delta Development Commission. His rising profile within the state’s political structure has fueled speculations about a possible succession plan.
Sources within political circles allege that a powerful figure widely regarded as the political godfather in the state, Nyesom Wike, is backing Iyaye as a preferred candidate to succeed Fubara. Though no official confirmation has been made, the development is already generating debate across party lines.
Governor Fubara, who assumed office in 2023, has yet to formally declare his intention to seek a second term. However, he has, in recent public engagements, expressed confidence in his chances should he decide to re-contest.
Adding a layer of intrigue to the unfolding scenario are claims of an alleged pre-existing political understanding between Fubara and Wike, suggesting that the governor may not pursue re-election in 2027.
The purported agreement has not been substantiated by either camp, but it continues to dominate discussions among political stakeholders.
Observers note that the situation reflects ongoing power negotiations within the state’s political hierarchy, with potential implications for party unity and governance stability as the next election cycle approaches.
As of now, all parties involved have remained silent on the speculations, leaving residents and political analysts to watch closely as events unfold in the oil-rich state
