A prominent political figure in Rivers State, Rt. Hon. Ehie Edison, has strongly refuted claims linking him to a purported 2027 governorship arrangement under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the report as false, misleading, and politically motivated.
In a statement issued on Saturday, Ehie dismissed a viral poster suggesting he had aligned with former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dakuku Peterside, in a proposed governorship ticket aimed at “freeing Rivers from the hands of one man.”
He categorically denied any involvement in such a political arrangement, stating that the inclusion of his name on the poster was unauthorized and should be disregarded by the public.
The lawmaker described the development as a calculated act of political propaganda intended to mislead citizens, create division, and undermine the prevailing unity in the state under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Reaffirming his political stance, Ehie declared his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that he remains firmly committed to supporting Governor Fubara’s administration and its efforts toward peace, stability, and development in Rivers State.
He emphasized that Rivers State is not in need of any “rescue mission,” noting that the state is already experiencing purposeful governance and strategic leadership.
Ehie further warned against attempts to manipulate public opinion through false narratives, asserting that the people of Rivers State are politically aware and cannot be deceived by what he described as “cheap propaganda.”
He urged residents to ignore the circulation of the poster and remain focused on the collective progress of the state, reiterating that any claim suggesting otherwise is baseless and should be treated as political fraud.
The statement underscores growing political tensions ahead of the 2027 elections, as stakeholders continue to position themselves within and across party lines.
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