A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State and former Commissioner for Information, Hon. Charles Idahosa, has accused Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, of making inflammatory and treasonable statements capable of inciting unrest in the state. He called on the presidency to intervene and caution the governor.
Idahosa’s reaction follows Fubara’s remarks on Monday while commissioning a government quarters, where the governor urged the youth in Rivers State to remain on standby for potential action in implementing the Supreme Court’s decision on the ongoing political crisis in the state.
Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Idahosa criticized former governors and political elders in Rivers State, alleging that they have failed to guide Fubara appropriately, prioritizing personal interests over peace and stability.
“What concerns me now is how the governor is still making inflammatory comments, asking youths to be on standby. Did anyone know him when he was just an accountant in the civil service? Now, he wants to set the state on fire,” Idahosa stated.
Drawing parallels with former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, Idahosa claimed that Fubara’s approach mirrors Obaseki’s past threats of unrest. He further questioned why no one had cautioned the Rivers governor after the Supreme Court’s verdict.
“The Supreme Court has settled the matter, declaring Martin Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Yet, Fubara is calling on youths to ‘stand by’? What does he mean by that? Security agencies should step in because having immunity does not mean he cannot be investigated,” Idahosa added.
He also challenged Governor Fubara to provide evidence of his own political campaign efforts before his election, arguing that his rise to power was largely due to former governor Nyesom Wike’s influence.
“The presidency must call Governor Fubara to order. Let him show us any tape where he personally campaigned for his election. Wike fought for him, but now, just like Obaseki, he is displaying ingratitude,” Idahosa concluded.
The political crisis in Rivers State remains a significant point of tension, with stakeholders closely monitoring developments in the region.
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