BREAKING NEWS: Finally “Wike has been defeated”- Rochas reacts to withdrawal of impeachment notice by Rivers Assembly

A political analyst, Arc Uche Rochas, has sharply criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, following fresh developments at the Rivers State House of Assembly.

The reaction came after some lawmakers called for the withdrawal of the impeachment notice against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, signalling a possible shift in the political tension.
Lawmakers appeal for calm

In a viral video, Hon. Sylvanus Enyinna Nwankwo, the Assembly’s Minority Leader, alongside Hon. Peter Abbey, appealed to fellow legislators to exercise restraint during the impeachment process.

Both lawmakers urged their colleagues to prioritise peace, dialogue, and the overall interest of Rivers State rather than personal or political gains.

They stressed that wisdom, truth, and justice should guide all actions, expressing confidence that all parties would eventually reflect and choose a peaceful path.
Wike’s exit and Rochas’ reaction

The appeal came less than 24 hours after reports emerged that Nyesom Wike had returned to Abuja from Rivers State.

The FCT minister was alleged to have influenced the impeachment move against Governor Fubara, an allegation that has continued to generate debate.

Reacting to the development, Arc Uche Rochas declared that Wike had suffered a political setback.

He wrote, “The Supreme Leader of Rivers State, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has been defeated. He played himself into a tight corner and has now lost it all.

“He has become an Usu 🦇, neither among the flying creatures nor among those who walk. Shame on him, and good riddance to bad nonsense.”

The unfolding events suggest a possible cooling of tensions, as political actors in the state call for reconciliation and stability.
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Nyesom Wike has told his boys to shun the impeachment. He had gotten the signal as he travelled to Abuja.

Wike has sent his boys to play to the gallery.

Another movie script wrongly directed. Gov Sim Fubara is not guilty of those accusations.. pic.twitter.com/PqdSUe2993

— Jahmal of Port Harcourt 🦍 (@Big_Sinudo) January 12, 2026