Former Rivers Commissioner Accuses Wike of Fueling Political Tension in State

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Fresh criticism has emerged against Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as former Rivers State commissioner Leloonu Nwibubasa accused him of deepening political instability in Rivers State.

The former Commissioner for Employment Generation and Empowerment made the remarks during a television interview, where he questioned Wike’s continued involvement in the political affairs of the state after completing his tenure as governor.

Ex-Commissioner Questions Wike’s Continued Influence

Nwibubasa argued that governance in Rivers State should be allowed to function independently under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara without persistent interference from external political forces.

He suggested that the former governor’s repeated public interventions have contributed to rising political tension within the state.

According to Gossip News Now, the former commissioner described Wike as a politician struggling with his current situation and attempting to shift blame onto others.

Claims Of Political Pressure And Division

During the interview, Nwibubasa accused the FCT Minister of creating unnecessary controversy through repeated political confrontations and public statements.

Rather than stepping back after serving two terms as governor, he alleged that Wike continues to exert strong influence over state affairs, a situation he believes is affecting governance and political stability.

The former commissioner also criticized what he described as attacks on individuals who are not directly involved in Rivers State politics.

Warning Against Continued Political Conflict

In a differently arranged version of his comments, Nwibubasa advised the minister to exercise caution and avoid actions capable of escalating political disagreements further.

He argued that leadership should focus on stability and development instead of prolonging internal political battles.

The former commissioner additionally questioned the strength of Wike’s political standing within the current structure of Rivers politics.

Key Issues Raised During The Interview

The discussion touched on several important political concerns, including:

Alleged interference in Rivers State governance
Growing political tension within the state
Claims of blame-shifting by political actors
Concerns over continued influence after leaving office
Calls for restraint and political stability

These issues continue to shape political conversations surrounding Rivers State.

Rivers Political Crisis Still Drawing Attention

The ongoing rivalry between political camps loyal to Wike and Governor Fubara has remained a major topic in Nigeria’s political landscape in recent months.

Observers believe the dispute could continue to influence political alignments and governance decisions in Rivers State ahead of future elections.

Commentary and Analysis

The latest remarks by Leloonu Nwibubasa further highlight the deepening political divide within Rivers State. Since leaving office as governor, Nyesom Wike has remained one of the most influential political figures in the state, making his relationship with the current administration a subject of national attention.

Political transitions often become complicated when former office holders maintain strong control over structures built during their tenure. In Rivers State, the struggle appears to center around influence, loyalty, and authority within the ruling political establishment.

At the same time, continued public exchanges between political actors may increase tension among supporters and complicate governance. Many observers believe that stability in Rivers State will depend heavily on whether both camps eventually choose reconciliation over prolonged confrontation.

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