Port Harcourt, Nigeria – Amidst the deepening political crisis in Rivers State, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has reportedly thrown his weight behind Governor Siminalayi Fubara, offering strategic advice on handling the growing power struggle with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
During a visit to Rivers State, Obasanjo is said to have advised Fubara to assert his authority as the duly elected governor and not to succumb to external pressures seeking to undermine his administration. The former president reportedly encouraged Fubara to take decisive actions against forces attempting to weaken his government, including those within the state legislature aligned with Wike.
Obasanjo’s message to Fubara was clear: Govern with confidence, protect your mandate, and do not allow political intimidation. He emphasized that Fubara, as the Chief Security Officer of the state, has the constitutional backing to safeguard his administration from internal and external threats.
In a pointed remark, Obasanjo allegedly warned Fubara against allowing himself to be used as a political pawn in national power games, particularly as Rivers State is crucial to Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. He reportedly suggested that the governor dismantle any opposition plots, including impeachment maneuvers, and consolidate his base.
The former president also criticized what he perceived as political interference from the federal level, advising Fubara to resist any unconstitutional attempts to remove him from office. He warned against allowing Rivers State to descend into lawlessness, urging the governor to use his executive powers to maintain stability.
Obasanjo’s visit and remarks have sparked political debates, with some seeing them as a call for Fubara to stand firm, while others believe they could further inflame tensions. As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on how Fubara will navigate the complex political terrain in Rivers State.
Dr. Amiida
Headlinenews.news
For more updates, stay tuned to HeadlineNews.news.
