Political Tensions Between Wike And Fubara: The Unresolved Feud

Special Assistant Speaks Out: No Clear Explanation From Wike on Political Rift

Listen, here's the scoop. Jerry Omotsegunwa, the Special Assistant to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, just dropped some knowledge. He made it crystal clear that neither Governor Fubara nor the general public has received a straight answer from the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, about why their political feud has escalated into such a massive storm.

Background: The Political Feud That Rocked Rivers State

Now, let's rewind for a moment. This political feud between Wike and Fubara has been brewing since late 2023. And it’s not just a minor disagreement—it’s a full-blown crisis that led to President Bola Tinubu declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State on March 18, 2025. This dramatic decision didn't just affect Governor Fubara; it also suspended members of the state’s House of Assembly. Talk about a political earthquake!

Rotimi Amaechi Weighs In: Money at the Root of the Rift?

Rotimi Amaechi, the former Transport Minister and ex-governor of Rivers State, recently chimed in with his two cents. In an interview, he suggested that the rift between Wike and Fubara boils down to disagreements over how money should be shared. But here's the kicker: Amaechi wasn’t shy about criticizing President Tinubu’s decision to impose emergency rule. He called it unconstitutional, adding fuel to the already fiery debate.

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Omotsegunwa Responds: No Clear Reason From Wike

In response to Amaechi's comments, Omotsegunwa opened up to Punch on Sunday. He emphasized that Wike has yet to provide any clarity on why he's so upset with Governor Fubara. Omotsegunwa described Amaechi’s statement as just one person’s opinion, reminding everyone that the root cause of this rift remains a mystery after almost two years. He explained, “As it stands right now, I will not dispute Amaechi’s position even though he has the right to his own opinion. This crisis has dragged on for almost two years now, and nobody has told us what the actual problem is.”

Omotsegunwa doubled down, stressing that neither the FCT minister nor Governor Fubara has given a clear explanation for the conflict. He recounted a recent conversation where Wike accused Fubara of trying to dismantle his political structure. Still, no clear reasoning has come to light. Omotsegunwa added, “The FCT minister has not told us anything that led to the crisis, and the governor too has not provided any clarity.”

The Final Word: Opinions Fly, but the Truth Remains Hidden

Omotsegunwa wrapped up by acknowledging Amaechi’s right to his opinion but pointed out that without a detailed explanation from Wike, the true cause of the political conflict remains murky. He stated, “So, as much as I don’t want to say he has lied, I also say he has the right to his own opinion, and that is his personal opinion.” It’s a reminder that in the world of politics, clarity and transparency are often as rare as a unicorn sighting.