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Fubara’s Power Base Crumbles Ahead of Government House Comeback
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53 days agoAs the date of September 18 draws close for Governor Siminalayi Fubara to return to Government House, Rivers State, it is becoming clear that things are no longer the same as when he left office six months ago. His once-strong support base has thinned out, and the groups that used to stand firmly behind him have scattered.
The “Simplified Family,” which was his main grassroots pillar, is no longer as active or united. Some members have gone quiet, while others have shifted to different camps. The “Wikematics” group that originally rallied around former governor Nyesom Wike is also no longer with him. This means Fubara will be stepping back into office with fewer loyal soldiers on the ground.
Many political watchers say his return might not carry the weight of real power. Some even describe it as a “lame duck” situation, where he may be governor by office but without the strong backing to run the state freely. The influence of Nyesom Wike, now FCT Minister, is still very visible in Rivers politics, and it continues to overshadow Fubara’s camp.
For ordinary citizens, the governor’s return is still a big moment. It represents the end of the emergency rule led by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.) and the restoration of civilian leadership. But beyond that symbolic value, the real challenge will be whether Fubara can rebuild trust, gather his people back, and show control of his government.
The APC in Rivers State has already said it is ready to work with him, but at the same time, it has warned that it will not hesitate to criticize him if governance fails. That means the days ahead will not be easy.
The big question remains: Can Fubara gather enough strength to lead effectively, or will his return simply expose how much he has lost in the last six months?