Governors from the South-South geo-political zone have concluded plans to boycott all Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) meetings, including the National Economic Council meeting, citing the forum’s inability to protect one of its own, specifically the Governor of Rivers State, from a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The governors are unhappy with the recent comments and actions of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, targeted at PDP governors and the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. They demand that President Bola Tinubu caution Wike or sack him to restore confidence in the forum’s leadership and maintain peace in Rivers State.
Key Concerns:
- Inability to Protect Members: The forum’s failure to address the concerns of its members
- Ineffective Leadership: The governors’ loss of confidence in Chairman AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s leadership
- FCT Minister’s Comments: Wike’s inflammatory remarks targeted at PDP governors
- Plot to Unlawfully Remove Governor Fubara: Wike’s alleged involvement in destabilizing Rivers State
Call to Action:
- President Tinubu: Caution or sack FCT Minister Wike
- Protect Governor Fubara: Ensure the governor’s safety and prevent unlawful removal
- Prevent Crisis: Avoid destabilizing Rivers State and the Niger Delta region
- NGF Leadership: Address governors’ concerns and promote unity
“We urge President Tinubu to intervene and ensure the NGF leadership promotes unity and respect among its members,” said an aide to one of the governors.
