In a recent interview shared on the official YouTube channel of News Central on May 21, 2026, Chairman of the Rainbow Coalition, Obio-Akpor Ward 6, George Ariolu, weighed in on the political challenges facing Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.…....
Highlighting this point, he stated, “He left the structure that made him a governor and turned against it within three months.” He suggested that this move weakened the governor’s support base and contributed significantly to his declining political influence.
Ariolu attributed the governor’s current political situation to what he described as a breakdown in loyalty and alignment with the political structure that supported his emergence into office. According to him, the early decisions made by the governor set the tone for the crisis that later unfolded within the state’s political landscape.
He argued that stability in leadership often depends on maintaining strategic relationships, especially with those who played key roles in securing electoral victory. However, in this case, Ariolu noted that such alignment was short-lived, creating tension and division within the political system.
As the political climate in Rivers State continues to evolve, such perspectives remain central to discussions about the governor’s future and the broader implications for party cohesion ahead of upcoming elections.
