Robinson Ewor, who leads a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, on Monday alleged that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is no longer loyal to the PDP and is only pretending to be part of the party to weaken it.
Ewor made these claims during an interview on Arise Television.
He said Wike has aligned himself with the All Progressives Congress (APC), despite still appearing to be a PDP member.
According to him, Wike has openly declared support for the APC and has even said he would back the party in the 2027 elections.
Ewor argued that someone serving in an APC-led federal government should not be involved in PDP affairs.
He also pointed to Wike’s stance on internal PDP leadership issues, accusing him of trying to control decisions from the outside.
Ewor said Wike has shown interest in who becomes or remains national secretary, which he described as interference that should not be allowed.
Ewor claimed Wike’s aim is to break the strength of the PDP not just in Rivers State, but across Nigeria.
He added that the presidency is allegedly backing Wike in this mission by giving him power and support to carry out his plans.
The issue of party loyalty has become more heated in recent times, especially following Wike’s recent comment that he had wanted Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara removed from office.
Wike said the president’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state ended up saving Fubara from being removed.
The feud between Wike and some members of the PDP continues to stir tension in Rivers politics as questions grow about where Wike truly stands and what it means for the future of the opposition party.
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