In a statement attributed to the governor, Fubara said, “Please stop calling me your leader. Wike is our common leader now.”

The statement has attracted attention amid the political relationship between Fubara and his predecessor, Wike, which has been a major issue in Rivers State politics.

The development has also drawn interest from political observers, given the history of disagreements between the two political figures and the impact of their relationship on the state’s political landscape.