Nigeria, May 21 -- Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primaries ahead of the state's 2027 gubernatorial election, saying his decision was taken in the interest of peace, stability and unity in the state.

The withdrawal was contained in a statement emailed to PREMIUM TIMES on Wednesday and personally signed by the governor.

Mr Fubara said the decision followed "deep reflection and extensive consultations" with family members, friends and political associates.

"Leadership is ultimately about sacrifice. There comes a time when personal ambition must yield to the greater good of the people," the governor stated.

In the statement dated 20 May, the governor said Riv...