Latest news on rivers state governorship election

As of my knowledge cutoff, the latest news on the Rivers State Governorship election is that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed the election for March 18, 2023. Here are some recent updates:

  1. INEC confirms election date: INEC has confirmed that the Rivers State Governorship election will hold on March 18, 2023, alongside the National Assembly elections.
  2. Candidates' list: The list of candidates contesting the election has been released by INEC. The main contenders are:
    • Governor Nyesom Wike (PDP)
    • Tonye Cole (APC)
    • Biokpomabo Awara (AAC)
    • Others
  3. Campaigns in full swing: Campaigns are ongoing, with all the candidates and their parties engaging in intense campaigns across the state.
  4. Security concerns: There are concerns about security in the state, with some groups calling for the deployment of security personnel to ensure a peaceful election.
  5. PDP's Wike faces stiff challenge: Governor Wike, who is seeking re-election, is facing a stiff challenge from Tonye Cole, the APC candidate, who has been gaining popularity in recent weeks.
  6. AAC's Awara gains momentum: Biokpomabo Awara, the AAC candidate, has been gaining momentum, with some analysts predicting a strong showing for him in the election.
  7. INEC's preparedness: INEC has assured that it is fully prepared to conduct a free, fair, and credible election in Rivers State.

Please note that these updates are subject to change, and I recommend checking with reputable news sources for the latest information on the Rivers State Governorship election.