Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has stated that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has been brought back in line following recent political developments in the state. Oseni made these comments on Arise Television’s The Morning Show on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. He believes the political crisis in Rivers State was driven by personal interests rather than the welfare of the people.
Fubara recently appeared at the unveiling of the Rainbow Coalition’s candidates in Port Harcourt, where he presented the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag to Ogundu Kingsley Chinda, an ally of Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike. During the event, Fubara acknowledged Wike as the political leader in Rivers State and urged those who had described him as their leader during the crisis to stop doing so.
Reacting to the development, Oseni said Fubara, who had been fighting to free himself from political godfatherism, had been forced to submit to powerful political interests. Oseni stated that it is all about their interest and not the people of Rivers State. He argued that the peace moves and reconciliations being celebrated were not intended to benefit ordinary Rivers residents but to enable political elites to share power and resources.
According to Oseni, the people of Rivers State are the ultimate losers in the political drama because their interests are not being considered. The 2027 elections are approaching, and the political landscape in Rivers State is being reshaped. Fubara’s recent actions have been seen as a significant shift in the state’s politics, with Wike emerging as a dominant figure.
The crisis in Rivers State has been a subject of discussion in recent times, with many stakeholders expressing concerns about the impact on the state’s development. Oseni’s comments have added to the debate, with many calling for the prioritization of the people’s interests. The situation in Rivers State remains a critical issue in Nigerian politics.
Fubara’s appearance at the Rainbow Coalition’s event was seen as a significant move, given his previous efforts to assert his authority in the state. His acknowledgment of Wike as the political leader in Rivers State has been interpreted as a sign of submission to Wike’s influence. The development has sparked mixed reactions among stakeholders in the state.
The implications of Fubara’s submission to Wike’s influence remain to be seen, particularly in the context of the 2027 elections. Oseni’s comments have highlighted the complexities of Nigerian politics, where personal interests often take precedence over the welfare of the people. The situation in Rivers State will continue to be monitored closely in the coming weeks and months.
Key points
- Fubara has been forced to submit to powerful political interests in Rivers State.
