Although he avoided mentioning Fubara by name, the minister made pointed remarks widely interpreted as directed at the governor. No.”The former Rivers governor also dismissed suggestions that distributing state resources could resolve political disagreements. “Let anyone carry all the money in Rivers State and share it; it won’t work. He attributed Tinubu’s electoral success in Rivers State to votes from Ikwerre-speaking Local Councils, warning that attempts to sideline them would be resisted. Wike further thanked President Tinubu for appointing him FCT minister, describing the decision as historic and deserving of continued support.

Source: The Guardian December 29, 2025 06:36 UTC