Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has issued a stark warning concerning the political turmoil in Rivers State, suggesting that only intense spiritual intervention and presidential action can rescue Governor Sim Fubara from a looming impeachment.
Fasting and Prayers as the Only Solution
During a candid interview on Channels Television on Friday, January 9, Fayose expressed his grave concerns. "I'm not a prophet," he stated, "but what is happening in Rivers now, it will take fasting and prayers to save Fubara; it takes the President intervening." His comments highlight the severity of the constitutional crisis brewing between Governor Fubara and the State House of Assembly, which is largely loyal to the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike.
Constitutional Breaches and Political Loyalty
Fayose directly criticized Governor Fubara's administrative approach, pinpointing specific alleged constitutional violations. He questioned how the governor could be appointing cabinet members and spending state funds without the necessary backing and approval of the State Assembly. This, according to Fayose, forms the core of the impeachment threat.
He also addressed the influence of Nyesom Wike, challenging those who suggest simply removing him from the equation. "People are talking about Wike; remove Wike. Can you remove who or what he is? Can't you see people popping out during his rallies?" Fayose argued, emphasizing Wike's entrenched political strength.
A Warning Against Ingratitude and a Lesson from the Past
The former governor revealed that he had foreseen potential trouble. He recounted advising Fubara on his inauguration day against betraying Wike, who was instrumental in his rise. "I told Fubara not to fight that man that he will fight and not stop fighting," Fayose said, implying the current feud was predictable.
Broadening his perspective, Fayose linked the situation to a universal political principle, stating that even President Bola Tinubu hates ingratitude. He gave the example of Wike's appointment as FCT Minister, suggesting it was a strategic move by Tinubu that prevented Wike's political marginalization. This, he implied, is a lesson in political reciprocity that Fubara has ignored.
The political landscape in Rivers State remains tense, with Fayose's analysis suggesting that a resolution will require more than political maneuvering—it will need high-level intervention and a significant change in approach from the governor's office.
