Rivers Crisis: Tinubu Takes Fresh Order Against Wike; What May Likely Happen

President Bola Tinubu has faced pressure to remove Nyesom Wike from his position as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to restore stability in Rivers State.

Recent developments indicate that Tinubu’s body language suggests a lack of support for Wike amid the rising tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the former governor of Rivers, who now serves as the FCT Minister.

Since the Christmas holiday, Fubara and Wike have engaged in a public back-and-forth, escalating the strain between them. This situation has prompted some prominent members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to align themselves with Fubara, a move that Wike has publicly acknowledged.

Calls for action against Wike have intensified, with various reports urging President Tinubu to intervene to prevent further conflict within the state.

Sources suggest that the presidency’s stance may not be favorable towards Wike, and a decision to ease tensions could be forthcoming.

Observers have recommended that the President either dismiss Wike or allow Fubara to focus on governing Rivers State as the 2027 elections approach.

However, insiders indicate that Tinubu may be reluctant to sacrifice Wike, as he is believed to hold significant influence over the political landscape in Rivers.

The potential fallout from any action taken against Wike could have repercussions for the APC’s prospects in the upcoming election.