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Rivers Power Battle Intensifies as Fubara Withdraws From APC Governorship Primary

Fubara Rivers APC withdrawal has intensified fresh political tension across Rivers State after the suspended governor pulled out of the APC governorship primary amid growing consolidation by forces aligned with former governor Nyesom Wike. The withdrawal is already fueling speculation about strategic power negotiations, succession calculations, and widening control battles inside the ruling party ahead of the next political cycle.

Rivers APC Faction Welcomes Tinubu’s Affirmation of Fubara as Party Leader

IDNN4 months ago4 months ago0

A faction of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State has welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s affirmation of Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party’s leader in the state, describing the move as a clarification of party constitution and convention. The faction said the declaration should end internal disputes and help stabilise party administration amid ongoing political tensions.

Wike vs Fubara: ‘No Second Term’ Threat Raises Stakes in Rivers 2027 Power Battle

IDNN5 months ago5 months ago0

Rivers State’s fragile political truce is under fresh strain after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike openly declared that his political career would end if Governor Siminalayi Fubara secures a second term. The statement has reignited fears of a renewed power struggle ahead of the 2027 elections.

Rivers Governor Fubara Sacks Cabinet After Supreme Court Blow

IDNN8 months ago8 months ago0

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara dissolved his cabinet after a Supreme Court ruling voided approvals by his loyal assembly faction, intensifying the Wike feud.

Rivers Assembly Demands Commissioner List, Appropriation Bill from Fubara

IDNN8 months ago8 months ago0

The Rivers State House of Assembly reconvened after six months of emergency rule, demanding commissioner-nominees and an appropriation bill from Governor Fubara.

Fubara: My Spirit Left Government House—I’m Not Desperate to Return

IDNNMay 13, 20250

Suspended Rivers Governor Sim Fubara declares he's not eager to return to power, emphasizing peace of mind and sacrifice for supporters.

You’re a Coward” — Nwobu Challenges Wike to Stop Hiding and Join APC

IDNNMay 2, 20250

Party Torn Apart: PDP’s Nwobu Dares Wike to Make His Move By IDNN Politics Bureau📍 Published: Friday, May 2, 2025 The People’s Democratic Party (PDP)...

Rivers Political Crisis Deepens: Speaker Demands Mass Sacking of Fubara’s Commissioners

IDNNMar 7, 20250

The political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a dramatic turn, with the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to Governor Simi Fubara to sack all commissioners in the state