Chidi Lloyd, a close ally of Nyesom Wike and former chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, has strongly criticized Ijaw leader Edwin Clark for his recent demand to arrest Wike. Clark had urged the Inspector-General of Police to act after Wike’s comments warning PDP governors against interfering in Rivers State affairs.
In a scathing response, Lloyd labeled Clark a “hypocritical old man” chasing personal gains and accused him of harboring delusions of being the leader of the Niger Delta. He also claimed Clark’s actions stem from envy of Wike’s political foresight in supporting President Bola Tinubu early on.
Lloyd further argued that Clark should focus on resolving conflicts from his past rather than attacking Wike. He added that Wike’s rise in national politics, particularly his leadership role in the FCT, has fueled animosity from Clark and others.
The tension between Clark and Wike highlights deepening political divisions within the Niger Delta region.
