Politics
Wike Says He Wanted Fubara Removed but Tinubu Saved Rivers from Crisis
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he initially wanted Governor Sim Fubara completely removed from office amid the political tension in Rivers State.
Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja, Wike credited President Bola Tinubu for stepping in and preventing what he described as chaos in the state. He said the president’s decision to suspend Fubara for six months, declare a state of emergency, and appoint a sole administrator was what kept the state from total collapse.
“Honestly, as a politician, I wasn’t pleased. I wanted him removed entirely,” Wike said. “But looking at the bigger picture, the president made the right call for the sake of the state.”
He argued that Tinubu’s intervention saved Rivers from total shutdown, pointing out that without a proper structure, institutions would have been crippled and local governments would stop receiving funds.
Wike didn’t hold back, saying the governor had already lost control and that if not for Tinubu’s timely decision, Rivers State would have been in serious trouble.
“The people should be thanking the president every morning. He stepped in when things were falling apart,” he added. “As far as I’m concerned, it’s not my job to make the governor comfortable. Politics is a game of power, and Tinubu played it to keep the state stable.”
He also revealed that he had to travel to London to meet with some lawmakers to calm the tension, insisting that the president’s role was the only thing that stopped the situation from getting worse.
President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has sent a strong message to Peter Obi, cautioning him against forming a joint ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 elections. Onanuga believes Obi would not enjoy the same level of passionate support he had in 2023 if he decides to play second fiddle to Atiku.
According to him, many of Obi’s supporters were drawn to his individual candidacy and would likely not back an alliance that makes him a running mate. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Onanuga maintained that the APC remains confident going into 2027. He said Tinubu’s work in office will speak volumes when it’s time to campaign again.
He added that while opposition figures like Obi, Atiku, and other political players are busy testing out alliances and strategies, the ruling party is focused on governance and delivery, which, he claims, will keep Tinubu in power beyond 2027. Obi and Atiku are currently involved in a political coalition that recently adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform.
Nollywood star Yul Edochie has urged President Bola Tinubu to stay focused on fixing Nigeria’s current problems instead of getting caught up in early talks about the 2027 elections. In a message shared on Instagram, Yul, who has openly supported Tinubu in the past, said Nigerians are dealing with serious struggles, especially the rising cost of living and growing insecurity.
He wrote directly to the president, asking him not to be distracted by political noise: “We’re still in 2025. People are suffering. The focus should be on reducing hardship and restoring security. These are the real issues.” He ended his post with a prayer for Tinubu’s leadership, hoping he stays guided through the challenges ahead.
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti calls out politician Peter Obi over a recent political agreement with Atiku Abubakar.
It can be noted that the political figures Peter Obi and Atiku, who are not Labour Party representatives, have now joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a political party.
The singer took to social media to simply state to Peter Obi’s followers: “Now that Peter Obi has gone back home to Atiku, I don’t need to mention anything about Obidients anymore.”
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