Wike meets Fubara's supporters, says Tinubu’s 2nd term offers Rivers State more benefits

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has met with supporters of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to discuss the potential benefits of President Bola Tinubu's second term for the region. Wike emphasized that solid support for Tinubu is essential to securing significant political appointments, infrastructure development, and national relevance for Rivers State.

During the meeting in Port Harcourt, Wike urged party loyalists, youth groups, and local stakeholders to put aside past grievances, forgive past mistakes, and rally behind the President. He stressed that the state should focus on maximizing the benefits of aligning with the federal government. Wike highlighted past achievements, such as the record number of federal appointments awarded to Rivers State residents, and pointed to ongoing infrastructure projects like the Bonny road as evidence of Tinubu's commitment.

He called for unity among party factions and reconciliation of differences, assuring that structured reconciliation committees are working to ensure no genuine member is left behind. Former Mayor of Port Harcourt Ezebunwo Ichemati, representing Fubara's supporters, expressed the group's readiness to work with Wike for Tinubu's victory in the 2027 general elections.

Ichemati described the political crisis as a temporary domestic dispute and highlighted the importance of family unity in moving forward. He pledged that the youths, who played a crucial role during the crisis, would now join the Rainbow Coalition, vowing to deliver for the state under Wike's leadership.