Nyesom Wike has reassured candidates selected by the National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the upcoming 2027 elections, encouraging them not to be anxious about their prospects. This statement was made during a meeting on Wednesday, aimed at boosting the candidates' confidence ahead of the polls.

The BRAC Coastal Aborigines, representing the coastal regions of Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa-Ibom, and Cross Rivers, have expressed their support for Senator Abdul’aziz Yari and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's alliance in preparation for the 2027 election, according to ThisDay Live.

The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ebonyi State Council, has urged politicians to focus on issue-based campaigns in preparation for the 2027 general elections. They cautioned against inflammatory rhetoric, character assassination, and divisive politics in a communiqué released following their congress.

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has issued certificates and nomination forms to its candidates for the 2027 presidential and governorship elections. Nyesom Wike, a prominent party member, has called on members to actively strive for power in the upcoming elections.

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission has committed to enhancing measures to combat election rigging and vote buying, emphasizing the importance of credible elections for the integrity of Nigeria's democracy.

In a significant political shift ahead of the 2027 general elections, approximately 4,000 members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), including Deputy Chairman Mr. Okechukwu Idenyi and Secretary Bar. Solomon Adum, have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State. The formal reception of the defectors took place on Saturday, marking a notable change in the political landscape of the region.