Renowned journalist and publisher, Dele Momodu, has ignited political discussions after sharing a throwback photo featuring Nyesom Wike and Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. The image, posted on Momodu’s social media platforms, comes in the wake of Ibas’s appointment as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, following the declaration of a state of emergency in the state.
The resurfaced photograph has stirred mixed reactions online, with many questioning the extent of the relationship between Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Rivers State governor, and Ibas, the newly appointed state administrator. Some political analysts suggest the image hints at a long-standing association between the two, potentially influencing the recent appointment. Others, however, argue that the timing of the image’s circulation is merely coincidental and does not necessarily imply any political connection.
The appointment of Vice Admiral Ibas comes amid escalating tensions in Rivers State, where Governor Siminalayi Fubara has been suspended from office. The crisis has also seen the deployment of military personnel to the Government House in Port Harcourt, further intensifying the already volatile political climate in the state.
Observers believe that the unfolding events may have broader implications for the political landscape in Rivers State, with potential ramifications for Wike’s political influence and the state’s governance. As discussions continue, many await further developments that could clarify the extent of Wike and Ibas’s association and its possible impact on Rivers State’s political future.
For now, the controversy surrounding the throwback image remains a hot topic in Nigeria’s political discourse, highlighting the complexities and intrigues of the nation’s political scene.
