Vanguard News report that, Former Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone, has debunked reports that Minister of Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, plans to run for president in the 2027 election. Sani clarified that Wike never made such a statement, contrary to rumors circulating online.
Sani made his stance known on his official social media handle on Monday afternoon, responding to a post by FS Yusuf. The rumor of Wike's potential presidential bid had been making the rounds, but the minister has yet to issue an official statement confirming or denying the reports.
Nigerians are eagerly waiting for Wike's official stance on the matter, as the political landscape continues to unfold ahead of the 2027 elections. Sani's clarification has added another layer to the ongoing speculation, and only time will tell if Wike indeed intends to throw his hat into the presidential ring.
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