Tensions are running high in Rivers State as voices from across the Niger Delta region urge restraint and reconciliation.
At the center of the controversy is Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who has come under fire amid allegations of sabotaging peace efforts.
Peter Udofia, National Youth Leader of the Niger Delta Peace Movement, has stepped forward to defend Wike, cautioning groups like the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) against spreading “careless and unfounded” claims.
Udofia described Wike as a “pillar of modern governance” in the Niger Delta, emphasizing his pivotal role in shaping Rivers State’s politics and development.
As FCT Minister, Wike has revitalized the nation’s capital by reviving stalled projects and strengthening institutional efficiency.
His leadership style has earned him recognition as a statesman who prioritizes performance over party loyalty.
However, a rift has emerged between Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who is distancing himself from his political mentor.
Udofia stressed that Wike’s political structure enabled Fubara’s rise to power, urging the governor to seek genuine reconciliation.
Udofia has made a heartfelt appeal to Governor Fubara to mend ties with Wike, encouraging responsible journalism that promotes unity over sensationalism.
The crisis in Rivers State poses a significant test of political maturity in Nigeria, with many calling for peace and respect to prevail.
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