Supporters of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, took to the streets of Port Harcourt on Wednesday night in a dramatic show of solidarity, chanting political slogans amid the deepening rift in the state’s political landscape.
In widely circulated videos on social media, the demonstrators were seen marching through major streets while openly criticizing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, insisting that he no longer controls the affairs of Rivers State. The protesters repeatedly declared that Wike “is not God” and urged him to focus on his ministerial responsibilities in Abuja.
Chanting in Nigerian Pidgin, the crowd emphasized that Siminalayi Fubara remains the duly elected governor of Rivers State, despite ongoing political pressures. Their chants echoed a clear message of loyalty to the governor and resistance to perceived external interference.
The protest comes against the backdrop of renewed political hostilities between Wike and his successor, a fallout that has continued to dominate Rivers State politics months after the transition of power. Once close allies, both leaders are now locked in a power struggle that has polarized political actors and supporters across the state.
Political observers note that the street demonstration reflects growing grassroots involvement in the crisis, raising concerns about stability and governance in one of Nigeria’s most politically influential states.
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As tensions persist, residents and stakeholders are calling for restraint and dialogue to prevent further escalation, while the state watches closely to see how the rivalry between the former governor and the incumbent will unfold in the coming weeks.
