Rivers Deputy Governor Dumps PDP for APC
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has formally defected from the PDP to the APC. She registered at her ward in ONELGA and called for mass support for Tinubu and Fubara.
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has formally defected from the PDP to the APC. She registered at her ward in ONELGA and called for mass support for Tinubu and Fubara.
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara appeals for unity among Ogoni people during Ogoni Day, as MOSOP emphasizes peaceful conflict resolution for sustainable development. Read more.
The Ijaw Youth Council has endorsed Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara for a second term in 2027, praising his leadership amid political tensions. Read the full statement and implications.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike launches a scathing attack on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, defending his political legacy. Read the full details of the escalating crisis.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares his political career would be ruined if Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara secures a second term in 2027. Read the full details of his explosive statement.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike launches a sharp attack on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, as Ijaw group withdraws support. Political rift deepens ahead of 2027.
APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda has declared Governor Siminalayi Fubara the party's leader in Rivers state. He also indicated support for Fubara's second-term bid if he wins party primaries.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in five new special advisers, charging them to strengthen teamwork and deliver effective, people-centred governance for Rivers State. Read more.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in five new Special Advisers to strengthen teamwork and ensure smooth governance. He urged them to deliver people-centred services. Read more.
Robinson Ewor, a former ally of Rivers Governor Fubara, claims the governor misled supporters about Wike's intimidation. He has now reconciled and handed over his factional PDP structure. Read the full details of the political shift.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in five new Special Advisers, urging them to boost teamwork and deliver effective governance. Read the full story.
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara tells supporters to stay calm amid feud with FCT Minister Wike, using dog analogy to mock critics. Read his full New Year's address.
Rivers Governor Sim Fubara urges calm amid political crisis, likening critics to barking dogs who don't understand governance. Read his full New Year address.
Rivers PDP factional chairman Nname Ewor accuses Governor Siminalayi Fubara of misleading the party and failing to disclose peace agreements brokered by President Tinubu. Read the full details.
A PDP faction in Rivers demands Governor Fubara fully disclose the peace deal with Wike brokered by President Tinubu. They cite renewed tension and allege deception.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara appoints five special advisers, including two ex-commissioners. Meanwhile, PDP faction accuses him of hiding details of a peace deal with Wike, fueling political crisis.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike vows to collapse structures in Rivers for Tinubu's 2027 victory, while Governor Siminalayi Fubara urges calm. The political feud escalates.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares a political overhaul in Rivers State ahead of 2027, pledges support for Tinubu, and attributes criticism to his 'sterling performance'. Read the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announces the public will soon know the details of the peace agreement brokered by President Tinubu between him and Governor Fubara. He accuses the governor of reneging on the deal.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announces he will soon make public the terms of the peace agreement with Rivers Governor Fubara, brokered by President Tinubu. He accuses Fubara of reneging on the deal.
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf predicts Governor Fubara's APC defection may not guarantee re-election in 2027 despite shielding him from Wike's grip. Read full analysis.
APC's Victor Giadom declares Rivers' Gokana a 'no-go area' for Governor Fubara without Minister Wike's blessing. Get the full details on the escalating political rift.
Nigerian educationist Musa Zubairu explains the historical pattern of government failure to honour ASUU agreements, casting doubt on the new 2025 resolution. Read why trust remains low.
APC's Victor Giadom declares Ogoniland a political no-go zone for Governor Fubara without Wike's backing. Key allies pledge loyalty to Wike and Tinubu ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
Rivers State lawmakers refund ₦100,000 each from Governor Fubara, citing constitutional breach. The move highlights a deepening rift over public finance and separation of powers. Read the full details.
Rivers State House of Assembly members have returned N100,000 each sent as a Christmas bonus by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, calling it unconstitutional. Read the full details of the political drama.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo leader John Mbata declares Siminalayi Fubara as the sole governor of Rivers State, countering Nyesom Wike's remarks. Lawmakers also return N100,000 transfers from the governor. Full details inside.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC reshapes Rivers politics, isolating godfather Nyesom Wike. Analysis of Tinubu's 2027 strategy and the recurring cycle of godfather dethronement in the Niger Delta. Read more.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara approves minor cabinet reshuffle, redeploying Christopher Green as Attorney-General. He urges stakeholders to embrace unity for progress. Read more.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares Rivers will correct its leadership error in 2027. APC's Giadom advises Governor Fubara to go through Wike for success. Read the full political analysis.