Dr Wole Oluyede, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Ekiti State, has received public backing from former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The endorsement comes ahead of the June 20, 2026 gubernatorial election. Wike's support follows a recent Appellate Court ruling affirming Oluyede's position as the party's authentic candidate. The court decision resolved a factional dispute within the PDP in Ekiti, reinforcing Oluyede's legitimacy ahead of the poll. Wike, a prominent figure in the party, made his position known in Ado-Ekiti, where he declared full confidence in Oluyede's ability to lead. His presence signals growing national interest in the state's upcoming election.
Nyesom Wike's endorsement of Wole Oluyede injects a powerful political dynamic into Ekiti's 2026 race. With Wike's influence in PDP power circles, Oluyede gains not just visibility but a shield against internal party challenges. This backing may tilt the balance in a state where gubernatorial contests are often decided by narrow margins. For Nigerian voters, it underscores how national figures can shape state-level outcomes.
