APC Backs President Tinubu’s Move In Rivers State Crisis

APC Stands Firm on Tinubu's Decision: A Necessary Step for Stability

Let’s be real here. The All Progressives Congress (APC) isn’t backing down from President Bola Tinubu’s bold move to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State. They’re calling it what it is—a tough but necessary decision that’s already paying off. According to them, this action has resolved about 90% of the political chaos that’s been rocking the state. Not too shabby, right?

Now, there’s been some chatter about suspending the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. But the APC is shutting that down fast, saying he wasn’t directly involved in the mess. This is serious business, folks, and the party is sticking to its guns.

Tony Okocha Speaks Up: A Difficult but Essential Move

Over in Abuja, at the APC national secretariat, Tony Okocha, who’s heading the caretaker committee in Rivers State, had some strong words for the critics. He was there to thank the National Working Committee, led by Abdullahi Ganduje, for their support during this crisis. But more importantly, he made it crystal clear why Tinubu’s intervention was spot on.

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Okocha compared the president’s decision to a tough medical procedure. Sure, it might sting a little, but sometimes you’ve got to endure the pain to get the healing. He said, “Think of it like treating a hernia. It’s painful, surgery’s painful, but without it, you’re not getting any relief. That’s exactly what we’re doing here in Rivers State.”

Was Removing Governor Fubara the Only Option?

When asked if pulling Governor Siminialayi Fubara was the only way to fix things, Okocha didn’t mince words. He said, “For the immediate future, it was necessary. Whether it was through impeachment or suspension, the bottom line is that it worked. And let’s be honest, if you’ve got a 90% success rate, that’s something to celebrate. It was an unavoidable step, and we’re seeing the results.”

He went on to explain that while Nyesom Wike built the political structure in question, he wasn’t directly involved in the crisis. He pointed out that the 32 assembly members were elected and supported by Wike when he was governor. So, linking him to the crisis is a stretch unless you’re just talking about the political structure itself.

Fubara’s Leadership: A Weak Investment

Okocha didn’t hold back when critiquing Fubara’s leadership. He described him as a “weak political investment.” He elaborated, saying, “When you put your money into something, do you just let it crumble? No way! In politics, just like in economics, you protect your investment. The people involved are all part of the same party. We’re watching from the outside, but they’re still members of the PDP.”

Addressing calls for Wike’s suspension, Okocha said, “The people pushing for his removal aren’t seeing the bigger picture. Wike has been working behind the scenes to bring peace. The real issue here is that the governor got too ambitious. He let his power go to his head, thinking that having the ‘red pen’ made him untouchable.”

And let’s not forget that infamous red pen. Okocha mentioned how Fubara would proudly show it off, saying, “This is what they want. I still have it.” But now, Okocha wonders if that pen has run dry or if it’ll even last another six months. It’s a powerful image that sums up the governor’s misplaced confidence.

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So, there you have it. The APC is standing by Tinubu’s decision, and they believe it’s the right one for Rivers State. Only time will tell if this move will bring lasting peace to the region, but for now, it seems like they’re on the right track.