Impeachment: APC Tinubu Move to Protect Fubara as Wike Remains Silent

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President Bola Tinubu, alongside key leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has reportedly taken steps to safeguard Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, following the impeachment proceedings launched against him and Deputy Governor, Ngozi Odu, by the State House of Assembly.

Gossip News Now reports that Fubara, who is believed to be out of the country, has yet to receive the official impeachment notice. He reportedly enjoys the backing of influential APC figures and party leaders, all committed to ensuring he retains his position.

Sources speaking to Vanguard highlighted that remarks by APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, and National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, praising Fubara and recognising him as the party’s leader in Rivers State reflect the stance of key presidential power brokers.

Prominent figures supporting Fubara include Imo State Governor and APC Governors Forum chairman, Senator Hope Uzodimma, and the Minister of Transport, Senator Dave Umahi.

The Pan-Niger Delta Elders Forum (PANDEF), a leading socio-political body representing the South-South, has also weighed in. In an interview with Vanguard, PANDEF elder and chieftain, Anabs Sara-Igbe, appealed to President Tinubu to intervene, urging him to prevent unnecessary political tension from escalating as legislators attempt a third effort to remove the governor and his deputy.

Wike Keeps Silent Amid Crisis

Meanwhile, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has remained notably silent as the presidency, APC leaders, and other stakeholders engage to resolve the renewed political crisis triggered by the impeachment move.

Before this latest development, Wike, the former Rivers State governor, was frequently seen at political events, openly criticising Fubara through speeches, songs, and public performances.

However, on Friday, during his “thank you” tour in Andoni Local Government Area, Wike refrained from commenting on the impeachment. Unlike previous visits, he spoke for less than five minutes to the large crowd that had gathered, offering no public statements regarding the legislative action against Fubara.