In a significant political development, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the specifics of a peace agreement mediated by President Bola Tinubu between him and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will soon be made public. This announcement intensifies the ongoing political rift in the oil-rich state.
Accusations and a Pending Revelation
Wike made this known on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, during a visit to the Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State, which he described as a "thank-you visit" for electoral support. While addressing the crowd, the minister pointedly accused Governor Fubara of failing to honour the terms of the peace pact, though he did not mention the governor by name directly.
"Very soon, we will let the people of Rivers State know what we agreed on before Mr President," Wike stated, hinting at a potential public disclosure of the accord's contents. He cautioned the people of Tai against aligning with politicians who break promises, emphasising that such individuals are not trustworthy.
The Brokered Peace and Political Preparations
The political crisis in Rivers State, which has seen tensions between the former governor and his successor, prompted President Tinubu to intervene. In June 2025, the President brokered a peace deal between the two political figures in an attempt to restore stability and end the protracted feud.
Beyond the immediate conflict, Wike also turned his attention to future political battles. He declared that Rivers people were already politically mobilised for the 2027 general elections, issuing a warning that financial influence would not determine electoral outcomes in the state. "The will of the people remains paramount," he asserted.
Gratitude and Assurances of Loyalty
Wike clarified that his visit to Tai was primarily to express gratitude for the area's support for him and President Tinubu during the tough 2023 presidential election battle. He highlighted the tangible benefits of that support, including the citing of a federal university in Tai and other developmental projects.
The visit was met with strong endorsements from local leaders. Senator Barry Mpigi (APC, Rivers South-East) thanked both President Tinubu and Wike for their support to the district. Mpigi assured Wike of the continued loyalty of his constituents, linking it to the ideals of justice and equity associated with the Tinubu administration.
Similarly, the local council chairman, Mbakpone Okpe, described the directive to support Tinubu as a blessing, citing numerous appointments, infrastructure, and empowerment benefits. "We are eager to return Mr President for a second term," Okpe said, pledging to mobilise votes for Tinubu and anyone Wike supports.
The event concluded with further pledges of support from assembly member Bernard Nbar, who promised that the Tai people, known for keeping their word, would stand firmly with the FCT Minister.
