Rivers State Crisis Deepens as Wike Accuses PANDEF of Seeking Favors from President Tinubu

A bitter dispute between former Governor Nyesom Wike and current Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Rivers State has escalated, with Wike accusing the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) of seeking favors from President Bola Tinubu. PANDEF denies the allegations, calling them disrespectful and unfounded.

Tensions are escalating in Rivers State , Nigeria , as a dispute between former Governor Nyesom Wike and the current Governor, Siminalayi Fubara , intensifies. The conflict centers around control of the state's political apparatus, leading to a fractured assembly with two opposing factions. Adding fuel to the fire, Wike has accused the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), a prominent advocacy group for the Niger Delta region, of seeking favors from President Bola Tinubu during a recent visit.

PANDEF, however, vehemently denies Wike's allegations, stating that the visit was at the invitation of President Tinubu and focused on pressing regional issues, including the need for presidential assent to the South-South Development Commission Bill and infrastructure development. The group emphasized that eminent South-South leaders, including traditional rulers, former governors, senators, and ministers, were part of the delegation, and Wike's accusations of seeking financial favors are unfounded and disrespectful.PANDEF further criticized Wike for refusing to engage with their Peace and Reconciliation Committee, despite the governor's willingness to participate. The organization called on President Tinubu to intervene and persuade Wike to retract his inflammatory statements and show respect to the respected individuals who met with him. PANDEF remains committed to finding a lasting solution to the Rivers crisis, promoting peace and stability in the region. The ongoing conflict threatens to further destabilize the already volatile political landscape in Rivers State, highlighting the urgent need for dialogue and reconciliation

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