The All Progressives Congress (APC) caretaker chairman in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has made accusations against Governor Fubara's ascent to office.
During a TVC News interview, Okocha stated that Fubara's candidacy in the PDP resulted from manipulation by party leaders rather than from his popularity.
According to Okocha, Fubara, who was the only non-politician among the 14 contenders, would have finished last in a fair primary poll. Okocha alleged that Wike and other party officials used their power to impose Fubara on the party.
In his words in a video (29:32), he said, "He could not have made it without the support of Wike and every other person who stood by his side. He could not have made it without the support of Wike and every other person who stood by his side. Out of the 14 aspirants for the governorship flag bearer of the PDP in Rivers State, Governor Fubara was the only one who was not a politician."