Political Turmoil in Rivers State: Ex-Head of Service, George Nweke Speaks Out

In a dramatic revelation, Dr. George Nweke, former Head of Service of Rivers State, has broken his silence on the ongoing political crisis, shedding light on alleged behind-the-scenes dealings that have rocked the state’s governance.

Speaking at a press briefing, Dr. Nweke, who was appointed by suspended Governor Siminilayi Fubara, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve but clarified the circumstances surrounding his resignation.

“With the loads of misinformation in print and electronic media, I have chosen to set the record straight. I was neither sacked nor pressured to resign—I did so willingly, from the depth of my heart,” he stated.

Dr. Nweke praised President Bola Tinubu for his swift intervention in Rivers State, particularly in declaring a state of emergency, which he claims averted a major crisis.

“If not for the intervention of Mr. President, Nigeria would have faced the worst economic sabotage, and Rivers State would have been up in flames,” he warned.

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According to the former Head of Service, the crisis escalated with an alleged directive from Governor Fubara to his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, to burn down the Rivers State House of Assembly complex in an attempt to avert impeachment proceedings.

“I was present when a bag of money was handed over to Edison for that operation,” he claimed, challenging those involved to an open confrontation.

Nweke also disclosed an alleged plot to demolish the residential quarters of assembly members, a plan that was reportedly foiled by public and legislative outcry.

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“Had it not been for the intervention of Rivers youth, elders, and National Assembly members, another barbaric act would have taken place,” he asserted.

The former Head of Service further alleged that Governor Fubara had devised a long-term strategy to wield influence over Nigeria’s political landscape using militant groups and oil installations.

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“He told me that they would use the Ijaws to decide who becomes the next President of Nigeria, leveraging their control over pipelines,” Nweke stated, adding that he became deeply concerned when Fubara publicly declared, ‘I will tell the boys what to do at the appropriate time.’

Nweke claimed the plan involved coordinated attacks on oil facilities in non-Ijaw areas such as Ogoni, Oyigbo, and Ahoada to create a national crisis, shifting attention away from Ijaw regions.

“The goal was to destabilize the current administration and pave the way for a new leadership coalition with an Ijaw Vice President,” he alleged.

Additionally, he accused the administration of strategic media manipulation, claiming that heavy funding was allocated to social media influencers and mainstream media to shape public perception.

Nweke also raised concerns over secretive nocturnal meetings between Governor Fubara, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, and other stakeholders, hinting at financial mismanagement.

“State resources were being diverted to fund political ambitions, and I found it deeply troubling,” he noted.

He also called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to scrutinize its Rivers State chapter, alleging collusion between the state’s Labour leader and the Governor to compromise the union’s independence.

In his closing remarks, Dr. Nweke urged President Tinubu and the National Assembly to remain vigilant over Rivers State affairs.

“The Sole Administrator must step up his guard, as sinister plans are still in motion. The organized media condemnation of the state of emergency is not accidental—it is part of a broader strategy,” he warned.

He concluded with a strong endorsement of the federal government’s actions, stating, “Those who love democracy and humanity will always stand to protect them. Mr. President, you have just protected democracy and humanity in Rivers State. I can now sleep with my conscience clear.”

The revelations by Dr. Nweke have added another dimension to the ongoing crisis in Rivers State, raising critical questions about governance, security, and the stability of Nigeria’s democracy.

As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on the federal government’s next course of action in managing the state’s volatile political landscape.

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