Wike–Fubara power struggle shakes Nigeria’s Rivers State ahead of 2027 elections
Uchechi Okporie
May 12, 2026
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The political rivalry between former Rivers State governor Nyesom Wike and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara has intensified, raising fresh concerns over stability in one of Nigeria’s most politically influential oil-producing states ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The latest developments signal a deepening divide within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) structure in Rivers State, as loyalists from both camps continue to battle for control of political institutions and grassroots influence.
Analysts warn that the prolonged conflict could reshape political alliances not only in Rivers State but across southern Nigeria. The feud, which began shortly after Fubara assumed office in 2023, has evolved into a major national political contest involving lawmakers, party leaders and key federal figures.
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Wike, now serving as Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, remains one of the country’s most powerful political figures, while Fubara is seeking to consolidate authority within the state.
Observers say the crisis could influence the balance of power ahead of the 2027 presidential race, especially as opposition parties and ruling party strategists monitor the growing tensions closely.
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