BREAKING: Tension in Wike’s Camp as Tinubu Reportedly Stops Fubara’s Impeachment

On Monday, new developments indicated that the impeachment effort against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara may be losing momentum, with reports of quiet negotiations and intervention from President Bola Tinubu.

Last Thursday, 26 lawmakers from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Rivers State House of Assembly, believed to be aligned with Minister Nyesom Wike, initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, citing allegations of gross misconduct.

However, a notable elder from the Niger Delta and Ijaw leader expressed optimism that the political impasse could soon be resolved. He mentioned that there are ongoing efforts to address the crisis and prevent it from escalating further.

“There is light at the end of the tunnel for the governor,” the elder said. “Light always prevails over darkness, and right over impunity.”

While declining to disclose details, he stressed that key stakeholders were actively working to defuse the tension. “A lot is happening in the background that I cannot reveal,” he added. “But I am confident that this impeachment process will not go anywhere. By God’s grace, everything will be settled.”

Tinubu reportedly steps in

Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports indicate that President Bola Tinubu, who is also the national leader of the APC, has directed the Rivers State House of Assembly to immediately halt all impeachment actions against the governor and his deputy.

According to Vanguard, the President also asked the lawmakers to consult the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, for further guidance. Tinubu was further said to have cautioned the legislators against any moves that could deepen divisions or further polarise the state.