By Emeka Woke
“In light of Chief Rufus Ada-George’s recent diatribe against Chief Nyesom Wike, delivered through a letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I feel compelled to set the record straight. The steady barrage of unfounded accusations directed at the FCT Minister—a man whose only “offense” is his staunch support for Sim Fubara’s governorship—reveals a troubling bias that cannot be ignored.
Chief Ada-George’s actions are not those of a reconciliatory elder; they betray an ulterior motive aimed at widening the gap between the FCT Minister and the governor. This calculated maneuvering seeks to exploit the fragile dynamics of our political landscape for personal gain, cleverly disguised as a call for unity.
It is crucial to recognize that the script being played by Chief Ada-George is not only outdated but fundamentally misaligned with our current realities. President Tinubu is no stranger to political machinations and will not be swayed by disingenuous letter-writing campaigns from individuals whose biases are glaringly apparent in both their actions and their rhetoric.
As a seasoned politician and national leader, the President possesses the discernment to see through the smoke and mirrors of propaganda. He understands the value of genuine leadership and the importance of fostering unity rather than division.
It is time for leaders like Chief Ada-George to step back and reflect on their role in our democracy. The people of Rivers State deserve better than this ongoing spectacle of discord. We need true elders who prioritize reconciliation and integrity over personal agendas.
Chief Ada-George cannot absolve himself from the chaos that has plagued Rivers State since his tenure as governor. His involvement in the bitter feud between Dr. Peter Odili and Rotimi Amaechi is undeniable and cannot be conveniently forgotten. He has no standing as a neutral mediator, especially given his dubious legacy. Apart from being a former governor, what qualifications does he possess that justify his role as an elder statesman?
His motives are tainted by a clear upland/riverine bias. His lack of support for Dr. Odili’s governorship ambitions is a glaring example of his entrenched partisanship. The same divisive tactics he employed in the past are evident today, especially now that HE Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, is involved. This is despite the blatant ingratitude displayed by Gov. Sim Fubara toward a man who defied the odds and his own party to secure the governorship.
Those seeking equity must come with clean hands. If Chief Ada-George insists on intervening, he must cast aside his biases and ethnic jingoism. He must be prepared to speak the unvarnished truth, regardless of whose interests it may threaten.
At this critical juncture in both Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole, we urgently need selfless and impartial elders to foster genuine dialogue and reconciliation.
The relentless attacks on the FCT Minister and the incessant barrage of letters to the President—targeting a man whose only “crime” is his unwavering support for Sim Fubara’s governorship—reveal the true nature of this self-proclaimed elder.
Chief Ada-George’s actions not only expose his bias but also suggest a hidden agenda aimed at deepening the rift between the FCT Minister and the governor, all while exploiting his status as an elder for personal gain.
Let me be clear: the script being orchestrated by Chief Ada-George is not only outdated but utterly disconnected from our current realities. The President is not one to be manipulated by such juvenile tactics disguised as elder counsel.
He sees through the façade of letter-writing campaigns from individuals whose biases are evident in their actions and rhetoric.
As a seasoned politician and national leader, the President possesses the discernment to recognize propaganda and can easily pierce through the veils of envy and division. He will not be swayed by the machinations of those who seek to sow discord under the guise of wisdom.”
Engr. Woke is the former Chief of Staff to Nyesom Wike Emohua
