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“Five Pro-Wike Lawmakers Defect To Fubara Camp: Is Governor Fubara’s Eight-Year Tenure Now Set for Celebration?”

By: Joy Musa

In a surprising political shift, five lawmakers from the Rivers State House of Assembly, all of whom were staunch supporters of former Governor Nyesom Wike, have announced their defection from Wike camp to Fubara fold. This move, coming just after supreme court judgement, has sent shockwaves through the state’s political landscape, prompting speculation over the stability of Pro Wike Lawmakers in the state.

The five defectors—whose names have yet to be disclosed—were part of the “Pro-Wike” faction that had been instrumental in maintaining the former governor’s hold on the state. Their departure marks a significant blow to the Wike influence in Rivers State and has left many questioning what this means for Fubara’s eight-year tenure, which some are now humorously referring to as a “celebration of stability.”

Political analysts believe that the defections could further weaken the Wike influence in the state, giving Governor Fubara the upper hand in advancing his agenda. However, some critics have raised concerns about whether the move could spark a larger exodus of lawmakers, potentially altering the dynamics within the Rivers State House of Assembly.


For now, Governor Fubara, who assumed office in May 2023, is likely to take the defections to his camp in stride, using the shift in political power to consolidate his position. While celebrations of the governor’s tenure remain speculative, there is no doubt that these recent events could mark a new chapter in Rivers State politics.

In an ironic twist, social media has exploded with memes and jokes about the defections, with many joking that the “thunder” of the lawmakers’ exit will reverberate for years to come. “Thunder fire ultimatum,” one commentator quipped, referencing the earlier political tensions within the state. Whether the defections will indeed lead to a smoother reign for Fubara remains to be seen, but the political waters are undoubtedly more turbulent than ever.


As the state watches these developments unfold, it remains to be seen whether Governor Fubara’s tenure will be marked by the kind of stability he hopes for, or if these defections are only the beginning of larger political shifts in the coming years.

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The fear of Impeachment is the beginning of wisdom for Fubara. I already expect him to woo some of the Lawmakers loyal to Wike to his own side. And i think more will still decamp to his side.

Governor Fubara winning the war well

Interesting days ahead

8 to 22 if this is true

Acekidc4:
The fear of Impeachment is the beginning of wisdom for Fubara. I already expect him to woo some of the Lawmakers loyal to Wike to his own side. And i think more will still decamp to his side.

Incoherent garbage, Fubara na man you be , say no to Godfatherism

2special:
8 to 22 if this is true

it’s true, ijaw lawmakers are decamping to governor Fubara camp already. They will see governor Fubara today

It seems Fubara is well ahead of Wike in this battle and is just playing well with everyone's emotions

Acekidc4:
The fear of Impeachment is the beginning of wisdom for Fubara. I already expect him to woo some of the Lawmakers loyal to Wike to his own side. And i think more will still decamp to his side.

more lawmakers will decamp to Fubara camp.

Be careful of Greek gifts.

Acekidc4:
The fear of Impeachment is the beginning of wisdom for Fubara. I already expect him to woo some of the Lawmakers loyal to Wike to his own side. And i think more will still decamp to his side.

You don change mouth. Typical Bulaban. I thought you claimed Gov. Fubara is a political neophyte?

Agbadorian mugus.

At the end of the day, Wike will waste all his money bribing judges and still end up losing out.

Court judges go dey chop Wike dey go. Na office dem open for him head. Wike na their Miliki....

Dalohad:
At the end of the day, Wike will waste all his money bribing judges and still end up losing out.

Court judges go dey chop Wike dey go. Na office dem open for him head.

Well said, i wish i could chop my own cake from Wike, dude na maga

Anything can happen if Fubara is willing to spend

I hope this is true and I hope more lawmakers join hands with Fubara. Wike own don too much na. Rivers state no be him papa property.

Source?

Dalohad:
You don change mouth. Typical Bulaban. I thought you claimed Gov. Fubara is a political neophyte?

Agbadorian mugus.

You're low on sense fluid cos if not, you will know that even as i don't like him for his betrayal. After the judgement of the supreme court he has to find every means to woo and be friends with those pro Wike lawmakers or else they will impeach him. This is Politics where there is no permanent friends or foes.

Refuel your brain pls before quoting me.

Fubara should use money and crazy incentives to buyout that house members.

It is making sense. I hope Supreme Court will not order another defection, Nlfpmod.

Lol

Wike is unwise , he has been a governor and knows the Power of a governor… He should have known better.

For him to think all 27 lawmakers were with him is another foolish thing to do.

You can’t remove a Zamfara governor, how much more a governor from Rivers, where they print money Daily

Am loving this game wike go cry.

Ijaw Lawmakers Mobilize Support for Governor Fubara Amid Impeachment Threats

The moment he accepts those lawmakers is the end of the power tussle.
Not like there’s a real tussle before sha.

Long expected.

The real game about to start.

Don't go and present the budget and comply with other legal requirements. They should keep deceiving you. Clueless neophyte.

Acekidc4:
The fear of Impeachment is the beginning of wisdom for Fubara. I already expect him to woo some of the Lawmakers loyal to Wike to his own side. And i think more will still decamp to his side.

You are masking your tears.

You were happy for the 48hrs, well how did it go?

How far the impeachment?

Let's the supreme court quash their defection and let the house declare their seats vacant. Enough of this legislative and judicial abuse

press9jatv:
it’s true, ijaw lawmakers are decamping to governor Fubara camp already. They will see governor Fubara today

He's at obio akpor currently commissioning project.

No time for Martins and co

iwaeda:
It is making sense. I hope Supreme Court will not order another defection, Nlfpmod.

Supreme court go taya to judge case