The Book of Ecclesiastes says there’s “a time to gather and a time to scatter.” For the Bulldozer of Rivers, the season has shifted — and the reckoning is here.
Wike’s Fate?
- PDP has written him off — after his defection to the APC was rejected, he’s now a political free agent.
- APC says “you’re not even a member” — National Secretary Ajibola Basiru publicly warned him to resign as minister or stop meddling.
- Even Ijaw elders have abandoned Fubara for Wike — but that loyalty won’t translate into party power unless he builds a new base.
7 Takeaways for Hon. Wike — Straight Talk for a Statesman on the Brink
1. Not Every War Is Yours to Win
You don’t need to crush Fubara to survive. Let the courts, the voters, and time do the rest. Fighting every battle drains your capital — physical, emotional, and political.
2. Don’t Burn the Bridge You May Need Tomorrow
Rivers is still your home. The PDP may be closed, but the APC is watching. Don’t turn allies into enemies — build bridges, not barricades.
3. Play “Live & Let Live” Politics
The era of zero-sum games is over. A mature leader knows when to concede, regroup, and re-emerge — not when to dominate.
4. Humanity Isn’t Cowardice — It’s Courage in Disguise
Showing mercy, listening, and stepping back doesn’t mean weakness — it means wisdom. The strongest generals know when to retreat.
5. When the Storm Hits, Even Judas Will Deny You
Friends vanish when power fades. That’s why you must build a legacy that outlives office — not just a name, but a reputation for fairness, service, and vision.
6. Leave Behind Something Worth Remembering
Roads, schools, hospitals — not just headlines. Your name is already etched in Rivers’ history. Make sure the ink is gold, not graffiti.
7. Power Isn’t Permanent — Only Principle Is
Ministers fall. Governors fade. Parties shift. But character? That’s forever. Don’t cling to titles — invest in influence that lasts.
What Now?
Option 1: Re-launch a “Wike Movement” — rally grassroots support, fund NGOs, sponsor youth programs, become the voice of Rivers beyond politics.
Option 2: Negotiate a dignified exit — step aside as minister, return to Rivers, run for Senate or assume an elder statesman role — let the next generation carry the torch.
Option 3: Build a new party or join a third force — if APC and PDP shut you out, create the “Rivers First Party” — history shows independents can rise (think Obasanjo, Buhari).
Final Word:
Wike isn’t broken — he’s being refined. The bulldozer didn’t clear the jungle to become a tree; he cleared it to plant a forest. Let him now plant seeds — of peace, legacy, and principled politics. The season of scattering ends. The season of sowing begins.
Dr. Sylvester Abudu Omose
Politics & Religion Analyst
