Politicians Seek Reconciliation: Siminalayi Fubara and Nyesom Wike Meet to Settle Rift
Fubara Holds Discussion with Wike on Mending Relations
In an attempt to smooth over their political differences, the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, convened with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, at the Minister's Abuja residence on Tuesday.
Our sources at Daily Post report that the meeting, which has set tongues wagging, was also attended by Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, and former Ogun State Governor Olusegun Osoba.
Upon his arrival, Fubara reportedly made his way straight to Wike's living room, a space he frequently visits, for a private discussion. The aim? To address the simmering tension between the two leaders that escalated after Fubara took office in 2023.
One of our sources, speaking under the condition of anonymity, verified that the meeting took place but declined to comment on whether it could signal an end to the state of emergency in Rivers State.
"The meeting happened, and that's the truth." the source said, before adding, "I don't want to speculate further about the state of emergency."
This meeting comes on the heels of President Bola Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State amidst growing unrest, especially after threats by Niger Delta militants to target oil installations in the state. Tinubu also suspended Fubara, his deputy, and all members of the state Assembly for six months, appointing a Sole Administrator to manage the state's affairs during the emergency period.
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Meeting Details
- Date and Location: The meeting took place at Nyesom Wike's Abuja residence on Friday, April 18, 2025, with Siminalayi Fubara seeking reconciliation and forgiveness from Wike[1][2][3].
- Attendees: Fubara was joined by Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State and Olusegun Osoba, a former governor of Ogun State[2][3].
- Nature of the Meeting: Fubara, in a show of respect and apology, allegedly prostrated before Wike[1][2][4].
Outcomes of the Meeting
- Conditions for Reconciliation: One of the conditions Wike reportedly set was for Fubara to rally his supporters, especially the elders in Rivers State, to disclose the truth about their feud[2].
- Confirmation: Lere Olayinka, Wike's spokesperson, confirmed the meeting but did not elaborate on the discussions[2].
Implications of the Meeting
- Political Context: The meeting follows President Tinubu's declaration of an emergency rule in Rivers State, leading to Fubara's suspension[2][3].
- Potential for Peace: The reconciliation effort could lead to reduced tension between Fubara and Wike, potentially paving the way for more stable political conditions in Rivers State.
- Future Political Dynamics: The outcome of this meeting could shape future political alliances and conflicts within Rivers State and wider Nigerian politics.
- The suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, met with Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in Abuja on Tuesday, aiming to reconcile their political differences.
- The meeting was also attended by Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State and Olusegun Osoba, a former governor of Ogun State.
- Fubara reportedly prostrated before Wike during the meeting as a show of respect and apology.
- One of the conditions Wike set for reconciliation was for Fubara to rally his supporters, especially the elders in Rivers State, to disclose the truth about their feud.
- Lere Olayinka, Wike's spokesperson, confirmed the meeting but did not elaborate on the discussions.
- This reconciliation effort could lead to reduced tension between Fubara and Wike, potentially paving the way for more stable political conditions in Rivers State.
- The outcome of this meeting could shape future political alliances and conflicts within Rivers State and wider Nigerian politics, having implications within the context of President Tinubu's declaration of an emergency rule in Rivers State, resulting in Fubara's suspension.
