Fubara Defends Weakness in Political Dispute With Wike, Says It Was Deliberate

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has defended his approach in the political confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing what critics termed “weakness” as a deliberate strategy to preserve peace and ensure political survival.

Fubara made the remarks on Friday in Lagos while receiving the Man of the Year award at the New Telegraph Award/Dinner Night.

In his acceptance speech, the governor reflected on the pressures of leadership, ongoing political tensions in Rivers State and his efforts toward reconciliation.

“Today for me is a very special day, and also special for everyone who has believed in me, and I know for believing in me, you have a share of special pain,” he said.

Addressing the prolonged political crisis that has affected governance in the state, Fubara stated that his actions had often been misunderstood.

He stressed that his decisions were intentional and driven by the need to maintain stability.

“Some of these pains, some persons described them as weakness, while others say it as being strong, but I choose for a lot of reasons to be weak. Weak, because I want peace.

“Weak, because we need to survive. Weak, because I need to also protect those things that are dear, not just to me, but to our dear nation,” the governor said.

In a remark that may further shape political discourse, Fubara added, “Weakness is a virtue. It pays at the right time.”