Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Visits Wike, Seeks Reconciliation
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Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reportedly visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in a dramatic move aimed at reconciling their deepening political rift.
According to sources familiar with the development, the meeting took place on Friday, April 18, at Mr Wike’s Abuja residence. Governor Fubara, who was accompanied by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and former Ogun State Governor Olusegun Osoba, is said to have made an emotional appeal for forgiveness from his estranged political mentor.
Eyewitnesses claimed that during the meeting, Fubara prostrated before Wike, held his legs, and referred to him as “My Oga” in a show of humility and remorse. The governor reportedly remained at the residence until the early hours of Saturday, April 19.
The reconciliation attempt followed a meeting between Fubara and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in London, where the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State was discussed. The crisis, which has caused significant political tension, led President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state and suspend Governor Fubara and several elected officials for a period of six months.
Although the specific outcome of the Abuja meeting remains undisclosed, insiders say Wike instructed Fubara to return to Rivers State and explain the true causes of the conflict to key stakeholders, particularly among the elders and political base.
When contacted, Wike’s spokesperson, Lere Olayinka, confirmed the meeting but declined to offer further details. Fubara’s spokesperson, Nelson Chukwudi, refused to comment and directed inquiries to the Rivers State Commissioner for Information, Joseph Johnson, who did not respond to multiple calls.
The political crisis between Fubara and Wike, once close allies, has continued to shake the foundation of governance in Rivers State, with implications for both the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and opposition parties.
