BREAKING: Rivers Crisis Ends as Wike, Fubara Reach Historic Truce at Presidential Villa

By Musbahu Basirka

abuja Nigeria Friday 27th June,2025

In a significant development, the longstanding political crisis in Rivers State has been brought to an end with a landmark truce between Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. The breakthrough came after a crucial meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja tonight.

According to sources, the meeting which was described as productive and amicable, saw both leaders put aside their differences in the interest of peace and progress in the state. The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly was also part of the meeting that led to the truce.

Details of the agreement are still emerging, but insiders reveal that the truce paves the way for a new era of cooperation and stability in Rivers State, with both Wike and Fubara committed to working together for the development of the state.

The meeting is being hailed as a major diplomatic success for President Tinubu, who has been working behind the scenes to broker peace in the state. With this truce, Rivers State is poised to move forward, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure development, and the welfare of its citizens.

Key Takeaways:

1. Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, have reached a truce after a meeting with President Tinubu.

2. The meeting marks the end of a longstanding political crisis in Rivers State.

3. Both leaders have pledged to work together for the development of the state.

4. The truce is expected to usher in a new era of stability and cooperation in Rivers State.

Reactions:

“This is a great day for Rivers State. I’m glad we’ve put our differences aside and are working towards a common goal,” said Governor Fubara in a statement.

“Peace and progress are what we need in Rivers State. I’m committed to working with Governor Fubara,” Minister Wike said.

As news of the truce spreads, there’s a sense of relief and optimism among Rivers State residents, who have been anxiously waiting for an end to the political impasse. The development is also seen as a boost to President Tinubu’s efforts to promote peace and stability across the country.

: “Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara (right), and Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike (left), shake hands after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, marking the end of a longstanding political crisis in Rivers State.”

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