In response to the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State involving Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu will not align himself with either party.
Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Tinubu, made this assertion during an interview on TVC. He emphasized that President Tinubu would not intervene in the dispute and would not allow any actions to undermine the Rivers government.
Ngelale stated, “I believe that anyone who believes that by their actions, whether it’s from the federal level, state level or the legislative branch in the state or the executive branch in the state; if they are banking on Mr. President to take sides on this matter, they’re mistaken and they’ll be disappointed.”
He reiterated that President Tinubu’s focus is to ensure that all parties involved have the necessary resources and support to fulfill their duties effectively, adding that any attempt to hinder the operations of the Rivers State Government would not be tolerated.
Furthermore, Ngelale emphasized the need for stakeholders to recognize that President Tinubu will remain impartial in the conflict, prioritizing the interests of the Rivers people above all else.
He concluded, “So, I think there’s a need for all stakeholders to understand that Mr. President won’t take sides.”
The clarification from the Presidency underscores a commitment to neutrality and non-interference in the internal affairs of Rivers State, as the state grapples with political tensions.