Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in Obi Akpor Local Government Area, which is the hometown of his estranged godfather, Nyesom Wike, Minister of Federal Capital Territory. This move is seen as a strategic response to the ongoing feud between Fubara and Wike, who have been at odds over control of Rivers State.

Fubara's decision was announced at the Inter-denominational Church Thanksgiving Service, where he highlighted his achievements, including the construction of the Port Harcourt Ring Road and the Trans-Kalabari Road. He emphasized that his accomplishments in one year surpass those of his opponents in eight years.

The psychiatric hospital is part of a larger general hospital project, which Fubara claims is necessary because "they will need it very soon". This statement is perceived as a subtle jab at Wike, implying that he may require psychiatric care.

Wike has responded to Fubara's moves, boasting that he will teach Fubara and his supporters a lesson in politics. The tension between the two leaders is palpable, with Fubara accusing Wike of being envious of his growth and Wike accusing Fubara of turning his back on those who helped him rise to power.

The situation between Fubara and Wike remains volatile, with each side trying to outmaneuver the other. Only time will tell how this political drama unfolds.