In a shocking twist, the recent peace pact aimed at resolving the political crisis in Rivers State has hit a snag, with key figures from the opposition, including PDP and Clark, rejecting the 8-point agreement. The pact, brokered after a closed-door meeting at the presidential villa, faced skepticism from the onset, raising doubts about the genuine commitment of the parties involved.
The resolution, seemingly favoring the immediate past governor, Nyesom Wike, has triggered opposition from Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s camp. The terms include directives for Fubara to re-present the 2024 appropriation bill, withdrawal of all litigations, dropping of impeachment proceedings, and recognition of the House of Assembly’s leadership under Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule. However, critics argue that these terms may undermine Fubara’s political stance.
Despite the efforts for reconciliation, the rejection by PDP and Clark, among others, suggests that the political turbulence in Rivers State is far from over. The PDP, in a statement, insists on fresh elections to replace the 25 vacancies in the House of Assembly. This turn of events raises questions about the effectiveness of the peace initiative and leaves the future of Rivers State politics hanging in the balance.
