Latest news in rivers state election

Rivers State is one of the most populous states in Nigeria, and its elections are often closely watched. Here are some of the latest news updates on the Rivers State election:

Governorship Election

• The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed March 18, 2023, for the governorship election in Rivers State.
• The election is expected to be a keenly contested one, with several candidates vying for the top seat.
• The incumbent Governor, Nyesom Wike, is seeking re-election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
• Other notable candidates include Tonye Cole of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Biokpomabo Awara of the African Action Congress (AAC).

Security Concerns

• There are concerns about the security situation in Rivers State ahead of the election. The state has a history of political violence and electoral malpractices.
• The police and other security agencies have been deployed to the state to maintain law and order during the election.
• However, there are fears that the security situation may still be a challenge, particularly in areas with a history of political violence.

PDP Crisis

• The PDP is facing a crisis in Rivers State, with some party members accusing Governor Wike of anti-party activities.
• The crisis has led to the suspension of some PDP members, including a former governor of the state, Rotimi Amaechi.
• The crisis is seen as a major challenge for the PDP in the election, as it may affect the party's chances of winning.

APC's Chances

• The APC is seen as a strong contender in the election, with Tonye Cole being a popular candidate.
• The party has been working hard to win over voters in the state, and has been accused of using all means necessary to achieve its goals.
• However, the APC's chances may be affected by the party's internal crisis, which has led to the suspension of some of its members.

Other News

• The election is expected to be a major test for the INEC, which has been criticized for its handling of previous elections in the state.
• The election will also be a test for the security agencies, which will be responsible for maintaining law and order during the election.
• The election is expected to be closely watched by observers from both local and international organizations.

These are some of the latest news updates on the Rivers State election. The election is expected to be a closely contested one, and the outcome is still uncertain.