The political crisis in Rivers State has been marked by a significant rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Former Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has characterized Rivers State as the "capital of betrayals" in Nigerian politics, highlighting a pattern where political proteges often turn against their mentors. 

Governor Fubara has identified the struggle for control over state resources as a primary cause of the ongoing political tensions. He emphasized that the state's resources should be utilized judiciously for the betterment of its people. ​

In December 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu intervened to mediate the crisis, leading to an eight-point resolution aimed at resolving the conflict. The agreement included the withdrawal of court cases and impeachment proceedings, recognition of the state House of Assembly leadership, and reinstatement of commissioners who had resigned. ​

The situation in Rivers State underscores the complexities of political alliances and the challenges associated with governance and resource control within the state.​