The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) confirms that local government elections will proceed despite calls from the PDP to halt the process. Sensitive election materials are distributed, and Governor Siminalayi Fubara accuses the Inspector General of Police of attempting to...
Atiku Abubakar endorses Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s push for local government elections, set for October 5, despite legal challenges. Amid a rift with ex-governor Wike, Atiku highlights the polls as vital to grassroots democracy, urging residents to vote peacefully and support...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara announced plans to build a psychiatric hospital in Obio-Akpor, escalating his rivalry with Nyesom Wike. The feud over state control intensifies as Fubara hints Wike may need the hospital. Fubara also highlighted his accomplishments compared to Wike’s...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara rebuffed calls for loyalty to former Governor Nyesom Wike, declaring that no individual controls the state. At a thanksgiving service in Port Harcourt, Fubara rejected an apology issued by PDP elders, affirming his commitment to stand for the truth and...
Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, asserted his political dominance over opponents backing Governor Fubara during an Ijaw Peoples Congress event in Rivers State. He dismissed threats to his leadership, emphasized that wealth doesn’t equate to political power, and criticized Fubara's supporters for...
Nyesom Wike, FCT Minister, addressed political tensions with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara during the Rivers Ijaw Peoples Congress in Port Harcourt. Wike clarified that no one holds a monopoly on violence and dismissed claims that the Ijaw people oppose him, emphasizing his commitment...
The Elders Forum of the PDP has apologized to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for the ongoing conflict with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. At a recent gathering, Ijaw elders expressed regret for Fubara's disrespectful actions and reaffirmed their support for Wike's leadership in the...
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, publicly declared his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, describing him as a father figure. Wike criticized Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara for exploiting Tinubu's intervention while tensions between the two leaders over political control...
Nyesom Wike, former Rivers State Governor, defended his collaboration with the APC amidst accusations of being a mole within the PDP. In a recent interview, he challenged party members to admit their nominations for ministerial appointments, highlighting internal conflicts and raising questions...
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the FCT, declared his commitment to staying in the PDP and fighting internal opposition, dismissing rumors of joining the APC. Wike emphasized his integrity and refusal to back down from political battles, sparking widespread reactions on social media.
Nyesom Wike, the...
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has ruled out any reconciliation with Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, intensifying the political crisis in Rivers State. Despite efforts by President Tinubu to mediate, Wike remains focused on his FCT mandate, leaving the rift...
Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, has responded to Edwin Clark's accusations of intimidation against Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara. Wike emphasized the importance of facing political crises and urged Fubara to confront challenges, amidst ongoing tensions within the PDP regarding leadership and...
The Court of Appeal nullifies the expulsion of pro-Wike lawmakers in Rivers State, citing jurisdictional errors. This decision rekindles political tensions between ex-governor Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara over control of the state's legislative landscape.
The Court of Appeal...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara criticizes PDP, shifts to democratic movement amidst state crisis and explosive incident. Asserts state sovereignty amid political turmoil.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has publicly voiced his disillusionment with the Peoples Democratic Party...
Governor Siminalayi Fubara appoints Eze Chike Worlu Wodo as Chairman of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, replacing King Sergeant Awuse. The move aims to revitalize the council's leadership, enhance cooperation with the state government, and promote peace and development across...
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State asserted on Friday that despite recent political unrest, the state remains peaceful and not under siege. Speaking during the launch of new construction projects, Fubara dismissed media portrayals of Rivers as embattled, emphasizing that daily activities...
Fubara instructs new caretaker chairmen in Rivers to work remotely to avoid clashes at council secretariats amid a power struggle with predecessor Wike.
The political crisis in Rivers State has taken a new turn as Governor Siminalayi Fubara has instructed the newly sworn-in caretaker committee...
Amid heightened security concerns, Rivers State Governor Fubara inaugurates 11 caretaker chairmen, sparking political tensions. The ceremony, held amidst tight security in Port Harcourt, follows legislative disputes over local government tenure extensions.
Today, Governor Siminalayi Fubara...
Supporters of Governor Siminalayi Fubara vandalized former Governor Nyesom Wike's statue in Obio/Akpor, escalating tensions in Rivers State. This follows Fubara's directive for local government leaders to assume control after the expiration of elected officials' terms, defying a court ruling and...
Political tensions flare in Rivers State as residents protest at LGA offices over tenure disputes. Police fire shots to disperse crowds amid clashes over former chairpersons' attempts to return. The governor's directive and legal challenges add to the volatile situation ahead of court rulings on...
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