The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has announced that he will soon disclose the details of the peace agreement brokered by President Bola Tinubu between him and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Wike made the revelation during a ‘Thank You Visit’ to Tai Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State on Wednesday.
The minister’s visit comes on the heels of a historic peace deal orchestrated by President Tinubu earlier in the year following a period of political unrest in the state, which saw a six-month State of Emergency declared by the president in March.
Wike, who has been vocal about his political differences with Governor Fubara, accused the governor of failing to honor the terms of the peace agreement.
He emphasized that the people of Rivers State would soon learn what was agreed upon during the critical discussions mediated by President Tinubu.
“We will soon make the agreement public so that the people of Rivers State know exactly what was agreed upon before Mr. President,” Wike stated.
“It is crucial that we hold leaders accountable, especially those who cannot keep their promises,” he added, warning the people of Tai LGA to be wary of politicians who do not honor their commitments.
The minister also assured the people of Rivers State that their focus should be on the will of the people rather than the influence of money in the upcoming 2027 elections.
He declared that the will of the electorate would be the most important factor, stressing that money would not secure victory in the state.
“I am here to thank you for standing by us in the 2023 elections. It was a tough battle, but your support made all the difference,” Wike said.
“Look at what your support has brought to you a federal university in Tai and countless other benefits,” he continued, referring to the significant development projects that followed the electoral victory.
Senator Barry Mpigi (APC, Rivers South-East), who also spoke at the event, expressed gratitude to both President Tinubu and Wike for their support in the district.
“The people of Rivers South-East have never had it this good,” Mpigi stated, reaffirming the district’s loyalty to Wike.
Similarly, Bernard Nbar, the representative for Tai Constituency in the Rivers State House of Assembly, assured Wike of his constituents’ continued backing.
“You can count on the Tai people. We are known for keeping our promises,” Nbar said.
In his address, Mbakpone Okpe, Chairman of Tai LGA, thanked Wike for his continued support, highlighting the tangible benefits his administration has brought to the area, including appointments, infrastructure, and various empowerment programs.
Okpe further stated that the people of Tai were eager to support President Tinubu’s second term, pledging their votes in the upcoming election.
“We are committed to re-electing President Tinubu and supporting whoever you choose to back in 2027,” Okpe affirmed.