For nearly two years, Rivers State has been embroiled in a heated power struggle between Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The battle for political dominance has shaken the state’s power structures, affecting the State House of Assembly and local government councils.
The crisis escalated when the Rivers House of Assembly, reportedly acting on Wike’s influence, attempted to impeach Fubara. However, the governor secured a legal victory that temporarily sacked the Martin Amaewhule-led Assembly, comprising 27 lawmakers who defected from the PDP to the APC. Additionally, local government chairmen seeking tenure extensions were removed following council elections.
But in a dramatic twist, the Supreme Court last week overturned these developments, reinstating the Amaewhule-led Assembly and declaring the local government elections unconstitutional, effectively sacking the elected chairmen.
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Prophecy Fulfilled? Primate Ayodele’s Warning Comes to Light
The unfolding political turmoil appears to align with prophecies made by Nigerian cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele, who in 2022 foresaw a bitter fallout between Wike and Fubara despite their then-close ties.
In April 2024, when Fubara seemed to be gaining the upper hand, Primate Ayodele issued a chilling warning. He cautioned that if the governor failed to tread carefully, he could lose everything. He also predicted a violent clash between rival factions, a Supreme Court judgment that might not favor Fubara, and a looming threat to his governorship.
His exact words:
“In Rivers State, we will see two factions, Wike’s and Fubara’s, confronting each other. Fubara’s political steps will lead to a militant fight, and I foresee bloodshed. The Supreme Court ruling on this matter may not favor Fubara, and there will be a threat to his removal.”
Tension Rises: Militants Threaten Violence
Current events in Rivers State seem to mirror Ayodele’s prophecy. In viral videos circulating online, armed militants have warned the Assembly against impeaching Fubara. Ex-militant leader Asari Dokubo has also issued threats, vowing resistance if the governor is removed.
Meanwhile, with the Supreme Court ruling against him and the House of Assembly renewing impeachment threats, Fubara’s political survival hangs in the balance.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes are on Rivers State to see how this intense power struggle will ultimately play out.
