Boma Iyaye of NDDC denies Rivers governorship bid
Politics Boma Iyaye of NDDC denies Rivers governorship bid Published on April 1, 2026 By Ifunanya Obeme-Ndukwe googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Executive Director of Finance and Administration at the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Boma Iyaye, has refuted reports suggesting he is eyeing the Rivers State governorship. In a statement, Iyaye described as untrue claims making the rounds on social media that he had declared interest in the 2027 governorship race and had the backing of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. An ally of the FCT minister, Iyaye said his priority remains his current role at the NDDC, where he continues to work with the commission’s leadership and relevant stakeholders to promote sustainable development in the Niger Delta. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); He also dismissed insinuations of any form of political endorsement, maintaining that he has not received support from Wike or any other individual. “I wish to respectfully clarify that these reports are inaccurate and do not reflect the true position,” he said. Iyaye further expressed appreciation for Wike’s leadership and contributions to public service, while urging the public and media organisations to verify information before dissemination and ignore misleading reports. Don't Miss Abuja court to rule on suit seeking to prohibit Kingibe from ADC activities You may like Police arrest suspected kidnapper, recover AK-47 rifles in Rivers I’ve not endorsed any candidate, Rivers elders will decide – Wike Abia, Rivers, Delta shine as 1st National Teqball League ends in Aba Navy dismantles illegal refinery in Rivers, recovers 20,000 litres of stolen crude National Convention: Wike meets Rivers APC delegates Troops recover 75,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Rivers
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