Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-03-12 03:40:34
The Rivers State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has recently criticized the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, for his remarks against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This criticism came in response to Akpabio’s comments following a statement made by Fubara during a funeral ceremony in Rivers State. Fubara had called on politicians to prioritize the impact of their power struggles on society, rather than engaging in meaningless bickering. In contrast, Akpabio advised the governor to reconsider his struggles if they do not hold any value. The PDP threatened to ban Akpabio from visiting Rivers State if he continued to make disparaging remarks about the governor.
The political landscape in Rivers State has been undergoing a transformation, with loyalists of former Governor Nyesom Wike defecting to support Governor Fubara. This shift in allegiance is a result of the ongoing power struggle between Wike and Fubara for control of the state’s political structure. Recently, a group of 12 former members of the Grassroots Development Initiative (GDI), a political pressure group that supported Wike in the past, have joined Fubara’s camp. Additionally, a councillor from Obio-Akpor Legislative Assembly, Achor Nna, resigned from his position to align himself with Fubara.
The tension between Wike and Fubara has led to divisions among pro-Wike lawmakers, with reports of disagreements over a purported gift of a bulletproof car to the Speaker of the State House Assembly by Wike. Despite denials from sources within their camp, it is evident that the political rift has caused fractures within the Wike loyalists. As the power struggle intensifies, more politicians are making strategic moves to align themselves with the camp they believe will secure their interests.
The shifting political dynamics in Rivers State reflect the complexities of power dynamics within the ruling party. The realignment of politicians and the defection of key figures from one camp to another underscore the volatile nature of politics in the state. The decision of former GDI coordinators to join Fubara’s camp highlights the wavering loyalty of political allies, as they prioritize their own interests over party affiliation.
In conclusion, the political landscape in Rivers State is experiencing a significant shift as key figures switch allegiance in the ongoing power struggle between Wike and Fubara. The divisions within the ruling party and the defection of former allies highlight the fluid nature of politics and the importance of strategic alliances in securing political power. As the rivalry between Wike and Fubara continues to escalate, the future of the state’s political structure remains uncertain, with more surprises likely to unfold in the coming months.
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