Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has publicly accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of reneging on a political peace agreement that was brokered by President Bola Tinubu earlier in the year. Wike made the allegation during a “thank-you visit” to residents of Tai Local Government Area as tensions simmer over unresolved political disputes in Rivers State.
Wike said the agreement, reached in June 2025 under the mediation of Tinubu, was intended to end a prolonged power struggle in the state, which previously resulted in a state of emergency and the suspension of Fubara and legislators. He claimed Governor Fubara has failed to honour key aspects of that pact and warned that the full details will soon be made public so that the people of Rivers State know what was agreed before the President.
Without directly naming Fubara, Wike urged constituents not to place their trust in political actors who do not keep their commitments, indicating that the breakdown of trust could influence how people engage in the run-up to the 2027 elections. He also stressed that genuine political support should come from the will of the people rather than financial inducements.
The accusations reflect lingering friction within state leadership and raise questions about the durability of high-profile peace deals in Nigeria’s complex political landscape, especially when mediated by federal authorities. Analysts say how the situation unfolds could shape intra-party dynamics and public perceptions ahead of future elections.
