Fubara, Wike crisis: How Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminilayi Fubara almost resigned
There are indications that all may not be well with the relationship between the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminilayi Fubara and his Godfather and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nyesom Wike.
This is coming as Governor Fubara was said to have almost resigned his position two weeks ago, but for the quick intervention of some Rivers Elders. Fubara was said to have allegedly switched off his phones and shut down other communication channels threatening to resign for over two weeks before the intervention of the elders.
Though it is not clear, the terms of the peace between the godfather and godson as brokered by the Rivers Elders, sources within Government House Port Harcourt, say the decision of Fubara to resign may not be unconnected to the excess control exerted on the governor by Wike.
Wike, who was the former governor of Rivers State between 2015 to 2019, singlehandedly handpicked Fubara, who was Accountant-General of the State, a decision that didn’t go down well with other politicians such as Austin Opara, Senator Lee Maeba, Chinyere Igwe, Abiye Sekibo, Senator George Sekibo, Farah Dagogo, who had interested in succeeding him.
The former governor was then accused of allegedly handpicking Fubara, who never indicated interest in the governorship race, to cover up his dealings as governor of the state.
However, there are rumours that all may not be well with the governor, as Wike is said to be the defacto governor.
The FCT Minister is alleged to decide on those to be appointed by Governor Fubara, from commissioners, Advisers, security, and down to domestic staff. This is evident as most of those who served in various political positions, except for those who fell out with him, are still part of the present cabinet chaired by Fubara.
It is also alleged that Wike decides on what the governor says and does, including government policies and spending, a decision that has hampered the governor from taking steps that could propel economic development in the state.
