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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara redeploys Christopher Green as Rivers AG amid political tensions with Wike. The move aims to strengthen governance. Get the full details.
APC's South-South Vice Chairman declares Gokana a 'no-go area' for Governor Fubara without Minister Wike's support. Get the latest on Rivers State political dynamics.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike signals early political mobilization in Rivers, cautioning against repeating past 'mistakes' as 2027 elections loom. Read the full story.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike disputes Governor Siminalayi Fubara's claim to APC leadership in Rivers, denies weakening PDP for Tinubu. State PDP counters Wike's claims. Read the full political drama.
Rivers PDP leadership firmly rejects FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's claim that the party is dead in the state, insisting its structures are intact and vowing to rebuild for future elections.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says Governor Siminalayi Fubara is free to join APC without his permission but warns it doesn't assure 2027 victory. Full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike asserts his political structure is key to winning Rivers elections, dismisses Fubara's APC leadership claim, and denies Makinde's 2027 plot allegation. Read the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warns Governor Fubara and new defectors that professing loyalty to Tinubu and APC does not guarantee automatic re-election tickets for 2027. Read the full story.
Former Governor Ayo Fayose has released documents alleging Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde received N50bn from the Tinubu administration. He challenges Makinde to sue him. Read the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announces a return to full-scale political activity in January 2026, questioning the loyalty of new pro-Tinubu voices and hinting at a rift with Rivers Governor Fubara.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares himself the second most abused politician in Nigeria after President Tinubu, amidst renewed political tensions in Rivers State. Read the full details.
Isaac Fayose criticises Senate leaders for lining up in the sun to welcome Seyi Tinubu, calling it sycophantic and undemocratic. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC alters Rivers State's political landscape. Is it a path to peace or a strategic move to sideline Nyesom Wike? Read our analysis.