Wike Commissions Radio Station for Tinubu's 2027 Re-election Campaign in Port Harcourt
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has officially launched a new radio station in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as part of strategic preparations for the upcoming 2027 general elections. The station, named Majority FM 89.5, was commissioned on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the office of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in the state capital.
Strategic Political Communication Platform
During the commissioning ceremony, Wike emphasized that the radio station would serve as a crucial platform for disseminating political messages across all 6,866 electoral units in Rivers State. The former governor declared that his political machinery is fully prepared for the mobilization efforts leading up to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's anticipated re-election campaign.
"This will take messages from all over the 6,866 units of Rivers State. We are ready for this job. We are ready for 2027," Wike stated confidently during the event.
Video Documentation and Social Media Announcement
The launch gained immediate attention through social media when Wike's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, shared a video of the facility on his X platform account. The video showed Wike inspecting the newly established radio station, moving through the studio, and interacting with staff members.
Olayinka captioned the post: "Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors don get Radio Station on top Tinubu's matter. It is Majority FM 89.5. Located right inside the Renewed Hope Ambassadors' office in Port Harcourt, which the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, just commissioned."
Political Context and Timing
The radio station launch occurs amidst increasing political mobilization activities across Nigeria as various factions prepare for the 2027 presidential election. Wike's move represents a significant development in the political landscape of Rivers State, where he continues to maintain substantial influence despite no longer serving as governor.
This development follows Wike's recent declaration that he requires no governor's support to mobilize for President Tinubu's re-election bid. During a speech in Port Harcourt on the same day as the radio station launch, Wike boasted about having backing from assembly members and local government chairmen throughout Rivers State.
Public Reactions and Political Analysis
The announcement has generated diverse reactions from Nigerians on social media platforms:
- Some observers noted the intensity of Wike's preparations, with one commenter remarking that his efforts suggest he might be running for president himself
- Others questioned the long-term utility of the radio station beyond the election period
- Several commentators highlighted the ongoing political rivalry between Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara
- Critics challenged politicians to campaign based on achievements rather than media infrastructure
Broader Political Implications
The establishment of Majority FM 89.5 represents more than just a media venture; it signifies a strategic move in the complex political dynamics of Rivers State. The station is positioned to serve as a communication hub for Tinubu's supporters in the oil-rich state, potentially influencing voter perceptions and mobilization efforts.
This development occurs against the backdrop of ongoing political realignments in Rivers State, where lawmakers have switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, creating a complicated political landscape for Governor Fubara.
The radio station launch demonstrates Wike's continued political relevance and his commitment to supporting President Tinubu's re-election ambitions. As the 2027 elections approach, such strategic media investments are likely to play increasingly important roles in political communication and voter mobilization across Nigeria.
