Rivers State plunges deeper into political crisis as Governor Siminalayi Fubara breaks his silence on impeachment, Nyesom Wike challenges calls for his sack, and lawmakers warn of alleged secret court plots, SKYTREND NEWS reports.
Dogs Bark Power Speaks
Rivers politics has entered its most combustible phase yet. Governor Siminalayi Fubara finally broke weeks of silence amid impeachment moves, declaring that some dogs bark because they do not understand. Within hours, his predecessor and current FCT minister Nyesom Wike fired back, dismissing calls for his sack and boasting of political dominance. SKYTREND NEWS gathered that the parallel statements have further polarised the state, even as lawmakers warn of alleged subterranean court tactics to halt constitutional proceedings.
Fubara Chooses Faith Over Noise
Speaking at a church service marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Port Harcourt, Fubara urged calm and projected confidence. According to SKYTREND NEWS findings, the governor framed his restraint as deliberate, rooted in faith rather than fear. He told worshippers that peace, not public shouting, was his priority and that divine backing was his ultimate shield. His deputy echoed the tone, calling for prayer and discipline as the administration faces mounting pressure.
Wike Shrugs Off Sack Threats
At the same time, Wike rounded off his thank you tour across the state with a defiant finale in Obio Akpor. SKYTREND NEWS reports that the minister mocked critics urging Bola Tinubu to remove him, saying politics runs on interest, not sentiment. He insisted the President alone can judge his usefulness and declared that power is taken, not given. He also claimed Obio Akpor remains a decisive force in Rivers elections, promising political punishment at the polls for opponents.
Votes Boasts and 2027 Calculations
Wike’s rhetoric sharpened as he tied his influence to the 2027 race, arguing that those aligned with past opposition candidates lacked electoral muscle. According to SKYTREND NEWS gathered information, the remarks were designed to signal loyalty to the presidency while warning rivals that Rivers votes are not free gifts. He credited the President with delivering benefits to the state and vowed repayment at the ballot box.
Assembly Raises Alarm Over Court Plots
As executive tensions flared, the Rivers State House of Assembly issued a stark warning. Lawmakers alleged intelligence pointing to secret moves to procure court orders outside proper jurisdiction to restrain legislative duties. SKYTREND NEWS reports that the Assembly cited constitutional provisions that bar courts from questioning impeachment processes and urged restraint, insisting affected officials should respond to allegations item by item rather than deploy backdoor tactics.
Law Versus Politics Collision
The Assembly’s statement underscored a legal fault line in the crisis. By invoking constitutional sections that limit judicial interference, lawmakers signalled readiness to push ahead despite pressure. According to SKYTREND NEWS findings, this has intensified fears of institutional collision, with executive, legislative, and political actors testing the limits of authority.
What Comes Next for Rivers
With Fubara leaning on faith, Wike projecting raw power, and the Assembly bracing for legal battles, Rivers State stands at a precarious crossroads. Analysts say the next moves will define whether the crisis deescalates into dialogue or hardens into prolonged instability. For now, the barking has begun, the warnings are louder, and the stakes could not be higher.
