President Bola Tinubu has intervened in the Rivers State political crisis, urging Nyesom Wike to halt impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara in a bid to restore stability in the oil-rich state.
President Bola Tinubu has once again stepped in to defuse rising political tensions in Rivers State, appealing to former governor and current political heavyweight, Nyesom Wike, to suspend impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The intervention comes amid deepening rifts that have raised concerns over governance and political stability in one of Nigeria’s most economically strategic states.
Rivers State, a major hub for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry and a significant contributor to national revenue, has faced heightened uncertainty as the political standoff escalated. Tinubu’s mediation is widely viewed as crucial to maintaining investor confidence and ensuring uninterrupted energy operations, with analysts warning that prolonged instability could disrupt production, weaken fiscal inflows and dampen both domestic and foreign business sentiment.
Observers say the latest peace effort reflects Tinubu’s broader strategy of stabilising political flashpoints to protect national economic interests. By restoring calm in Rivers State, the presidency is signalling its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s economic lifeline, securing investor confidence and ensuring that political disputes do not undermine growth or market activity in the country’s most strategic energy hub.