Former Chief of Staff to Rivers State Governor, Edison Ehie, has categorically denied any involvement in a purported 2027 governorship arrangement under the African Democratic Congress, ADC. A viral poster had suggested that Ehie would run as deputy governor alongside Dakuku Peterside, but he dismissed this claim as "mischievous" and an attempt to mislead the public and destabilize the state's political climate.
Ehie described the claim as a "calculated act of political propaganda" designed to undermine the unity and stability being strengthened under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. He reaffirmed his allegiance to the All Progressives Congress, APC, and reiterated his support for Governor Fubara's administration.
The former Chief of Staff emphasized that he has neither endorsed nor consented to any such political arrangement, and warned against deliberate misinformation. He urged members of the public to disregard the material and focus on the state's progress.
Ehie maintained that Rivers State does not require "rescue from imaginary enemies," as the current administration is already delivering purposeful leadership and fostering unity.
The denial by Edison Ehie, former Chief of Staff to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, is a clear indication of the desperation to discredit the current administration. The viral poster was a calculated attempt to sow discord and undermine the unity being strengthened under Governor Fubara's leadership. Ehie's reaffirmation of his allegiance to the APC and his commitment to the administration's peace and development agenda is a welcome development. However, the attempt to link him to alternative political platforms reflects the level of desperation by individuals seeking relevance through false narratives. This development has significant implications for the 2027 governorship election, and it remains to be seen how this will play out in the coming months.
