President Bola Tinubu has successfully brokered peace between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, bringing an end to the prolonged political crisis in the state.
The breakthrough came during a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday night. Also in attendance were Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly Martins Amaewhule and other lawmakers. Photos and videos from the meeting showed all parties smiling and exchanging pleasantries, signaling a major shift from months of bitter rivalry.
The crisis, which had led to President Tinubu declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State on March 18, 2025, and suspending Governor Fubara, his deputy, and the state assembly, now appears resolved. A retired naval officer, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), was appointed sole administrator at the time.
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Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Wike confirmed the reconciliation, saying, “We have all agreed to work together with the governor… We are members of the same political family.” He called on political supporters to put aside differences and embrace peace.
Governor Fubara described the outcome as “divine” and emphasized the importance of peace for the state’s development. “What we need for the progress of Rivers State is peace… peace has returned in Rivers State,” he said, pledging to maintain the unity achieved.
The meeting marks the end of a bitter power struggle that began shortly after Fubara assumed office in 2023, leading to impeachment threats, the demolition of the Assembly complex, and months of unrest.
