~By David E. Oguzierem
It would be a tragic political mistake—one that history will not forgive—for any true son or daughter of Rivers State, whether riverine or upland, to stand against Siminalayi Fubara at this critical moment.
Rivers politics has always rested on a fragile but respected balance—an understanding that power must rotate, that no single bloc should dominate, and that every ethnic group must feel a sense of belonging. That balance was not written in law, but it was written in wisdom.
Then came Nyesom Wike—a political bulldozer who didn’t just enter the system; he rearranged it to suit his personal ambition.
After Rotimi Amaechi, power was expected to shift in a way that reflected equity among the blocs. But fate intervened. The sudden death of Tonye Harry weakened the riverine camp at a crucial time. That vacuum created the opportunity Wike needed—and with backing from powerful forces like Patience Jonathan, he climbed to power.
Fast forward to today—and see the irony.
The same Wike who benefited from that imbalance now wants to re-engineer it again, this time to maintain control from behind the curtain. The game plan is obvious – install a loyal successor, preferably from his own axis, and keep Rivers State on a remote control.
At a recent gathering of APC and PDP stakeholders, Wike openly admitted that without the House of Assembly, his political structure would have crumbled.
That statement alone tells you everything—this is not about Rivers people anymore, it’s about power preservation at all costs.
Let’s call it what it is – a survival strategy disguised as succession planning.
Names like Martins Amaewhule and Kingsley Chinda are being floated—not necessarily because they represent the best Rivers has to offer, but because they fit into a protection script.
Wike is not just thinking about politics—he is thinking about protection. Protection of influence. Protection of legacy. Protection of interests. And most importantly, protection of himself.
That was partly why Siminalayi Fubara was initially considered—a calm, less confrontational figure who could be trusted to “hold things down.” But somewhere along the line, Fubara chose independence over servitude—and that is the real source of this political war.
That clash nearly consumed Wike politically until Bola Ahmed Tinubu stepped in and handed him a lifeline. And since then, he has been holding on tightly to that federal shield.
But here’s the twist—2027 is not guaranteed for anyone. Not even the President. And Wike knows this. That’s why he is already calculating his next move beyond Abuja’s protection. He needs a governor he can fully control—not one who thinks, not one who questions, but one who obeys.
That’s where his current political chessboard becomes dangerous for Rivers people.
The real question on his mind is simple-
“Who can challenge me financially?”
But here’s the bad news for him—2027 will not be about money.
Rivers people are tired. Tired of recycled power. Tired of political puppetry. Tired of one man thinking he owns the destiny of millions. The anger on the streets cannot be silenced with cash. This time, the votes will speak louder than money—and when Rivers people speak, even the loudest political godfather will hear it.
Let’s not deceive ourselves—Wike is a master strategist. Give him that. He knows how to build, how to fight, how to win.But no king rules forever.
Many who followed him from Rotimi Amaechi’s camp into his political empire have been politically buried—used, silenced, and discarded. Once vibrant voices are now echoes. Even respected figures like Magnus Abe—a man once known for independent thought—now sound like shadows of their former selves.
That is the pattern.
That is the system.
And that is exactly what Rivers State must reject.
Because this is no longer just about rotation. It is about freedom.
Freedom from control.
Freedom from political captivity.
Freedom from one-man dominance.
And in all of this, one truth stands tall – Siminalayi Fubara is not just a candidate—he is the moment.
He represents a break from the past. A shift from godfatherism to governance. A chance for Rivers people to reclaim their voice and their future.
Supporting Fubara today is not just politics—it is a statement.
A statement that Rivers State is not for sale.
A statement that no one man is bigger than the state.
A statement that the people are ready to take back control.
Fubara is not just the best option—he is the only viable option.
And come 2027, Rivers State must stand up, speak out, and secure his second term—not for him alone, but for the future of every Rivers son and daughter.
My name is David E. Oguzierem and I am sick and tired of Rivers State known for crisis and criminality. I seek a new Rivers in Jesus name. Happy Easter and welcome to April.
Oguzierem sent this from Port Harcourt.
