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Presidency Urges Nyesom Wike to Prioritize National Stability Over Personal Interests
In a significant development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed unequivocal support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, emphasizing that Fubara remains the unchallenged leader of the party in the state. The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Policy Implementation, Daniel Bwala, conveyed this stance, urging former Governor Nyesom Wike to refrain from obstructing Governor Fubara’s constitutional mandate.
The statement from the presidency underscores the administration’s commitment to maintaining stability in Rivers State, a key oil-producing region in Nigeria. Bwala’s remarks suggest that the President believes Governor Fubara is the rightful leader of the party in Rivers State and should be allowed to carry out his duties without interference.
According to sources, tensions have been escalating in Rivers State between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who has been accused of attempting to influence the state’s political landscape. The presidency’s intervention is seen as a bid to quell rising tensions and ensure continuity in governance.
The statement read, “Former Rivers governor, Nyesom Wike, has already been sufficiently rewarded and should not pursue personal interests at the expense of national stability and public good.” It further reaffirmed Governor Fubara as the unquestioned leader of the party in Rivers State, stressing that no individual or group has the right to obstruct the governor from carrying out his constitutional responsibilities.
This development has sparked varied reactions from political analysts and stakeholders. Some view the presidency’s stance as a necessary step to assert authority and maintain order, while others see it as an internal party matter that should be resolved through dialogue.
The move is also seen as part of President Tinubu’s broader strategy to consolidate power and ensure stability in key states ahead of upcoming political engagements. Governor Fubara, who has been facing challenges to his authority, is expected to leverage the President’s support to push forward his governance agenda.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes are on Rivers State, where the political dynamics are being closely watched by national leaders and observers. The outcome could have implications for the ruling party’s standing in the region and the country’s overall political landscape.