By Muhammad Mamman
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has hinted at an imminent political battle in Rivers State, declaring that he will not abandon the “agreement” he insists was breached by key actors in the state’s political structure.
Speaking publicly for the first time since tensions escalated between him and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Wike suggested that the political crisis was far from over, stressing that loyalty and respect for agreements remain central to his politics.
Although he did not disclose the full details of the alleged agreement, Wike made it clear that he felt betrayed by individuals he helped elevate, adding that he was prepared to defend his political legacy.
“I am not someone who runs away from a fight. If we all agreed on something, then that agreement must be respected. You cannot benefit from a system and turn around to undermine it,” he said.
Wike’s remarks have reignited political discourse in Rivers State, where the standoff between the minister and the governor has deepened divisions within the ruling political camp.
Analysts say the renewed tension could shape the state’s political landscape ahead of the next election cycle, particularly as both camps continue to consolidate support.
As of the time of this report, the Rivers State Government has not issued an official response to Wike’s latest comments.
