Rivers APC Governorship Aspirant George-Kelly Steps Down, Backs Party Unity

A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Dr. George-Kelly, has withdrawn from the party’s governorship primary race, saying his decision was taken to strengthen unity within the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.

His withdrawal leaves Okay Chinda, a political ally and associate of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as the remaining major contender in the party’s governorship contest in the state.

In a statement issued on Wednesday and personally signed by him, George-Kelly explained that the decision came after extensive consultations with members of his political structure and key stakeholders within the party.

According to him, the consultations followed a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the national leadership of the APC to discuss the future direction of the party in Rivers State.

The former aspirant, who identified himself as a member of the Rivers State Rainbow Coalition for President Bola Tinubu led by Chief Nyesom Wike, said the move was made in the broader interest of party stability, loyalty, and internal cohesion.

He noted that discussions at the meeting centered on strengthening solidarity within the APC and ensuring strategic cooperation among party members as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.

George-Kelly also reaffirmed his commitment to the APC and pledged support for the party’s eventual candidate in the governorship election.

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