Former national vice-chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the southwest zone, Chief Olabode George, has expressed concern about the recent conflict between Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. On Monday, supporters of Wike in the state House of Assembly attempted to impeach Governor Fubara, leading to the removal of the House leader and the emergence of a factional speaker. In response to the ongoing crisis, Chief George, aged 77, has called for party elders to intervene and restore order in the PDP-controlled oil-rich state before the situation spirals out of control.
He said on Channels Television:
“What I will tell all sides is that, like I said, we need elders in the room who would call everybody to order. What is happening in Rivers is despicable. It is heart rendering, and I am very unhappy because Rivers is almost a one-party state.
“And for such a thing to be happening at this particular time, it’s bothering me, and the party must immediately get involved. The elections are over, the tribunal and electoral process is also over, and now let’s come and rebuild the party.
“All those broken areas must be patched up so that we can remain the indivisible and undefeatable party for the future. I am very sad about what is going on in Rivers state.
“All sides should calm down. Let the elders get involved to be able to resolve the crisis. In an organisation, yes, you would have differences. We can disagree without being disagreeable. Please, all sides should calm down and walk the part of honour.”