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Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has vowed to continue defending the interests of the people despite the ongoing political crisis, which led to a state of emergency declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu last week, ThisDay Nigeria reports.

“Their goal is to create problems and deny people their means of livelihood. We will not allow that. We will continue to operate peacefully, respect constituted authority, and ensure that our state remains a model for others in Nigeria,” Fubara stated.

The governor assured residents that, rather than weaken them, the ongoing crisis would ultimately strengthen the people of Rivers State.

He made these remarks when he received Muslim leaders from 20 Islamic-based groups, including the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, at his private residence in Port Harcourt during an Eid-el-Fitr Sallah visit.

Addressing the delegation, Governor Fubara urged his ers to trust in God’s process.

“This season is one of love, sharing, and sacrifice. You have come to share in our pain and have made a great sacrifice through your prayers. As Christians, we believe that everything happens for a purpose, and I strongly believe that this situation is leading us toward a greater purpose.”

Acknowledging the distress caused by the political turbulence, he encouraged patience and perseverance, suggesting that supernatural forces may be at play beyond human understanding.

“No matter what we see, we must remain steadfast. In all things, we give glory to Almighty God. I believe that, in the end, we will emerge stronger.”

Governor Fubara reaffirmed his commitment to justice, equality, and an inclusive society, stressing that his istration stands against oppression.

“We believe in egalitarianism, and if our beliefs bring us some pain, so be it. The most important thing is that we stand on the side of truth and righteousness.”

He also regretted that he had been unable to formally reach out to the Muslim Ummah during their celebrations but promised that once the current crisis subsides, interfaith relations with the government would be strengthened.

Encouraging patience, he drew an analogy from religious history: “If God could be patient with Noah to allow even the snail to enter the Ark, then patience remains an essential virtue in our struggle.”

Fubara also warned against provocation by elements attempting to destabilize Rivers State, urging his ers to reject violence.

Speaking on behalf of the Muslim Ummah, Alhaji Nasir Awhelebe Uhor declared their solidarity with Governor Fubara, assuring him of their prayers and .

He noted that most Muslims in Rivers State stand with Fubara due to his inclusive governance style and recognition of the Islamic faith.

“Unlike the previous istration that declared Rivers a 100% Christian state, Governor Fubara, upon assuming office, acknowledged the state as Christian-majority while allowing room for inclusiveness,” Uhor stated.

Encouraging Fubara to remain steadfast, Uhor reminded him of the Islamic belief that Allah rewards patience and that trials often test one’s faith, power, and authority.

He further called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review the emergency rule in Rivers State and restore Governor Fubara’s full authority, emphasizing that Fubara had remained effective despite the crisis.

https://thisdaynigeria.news/2025/03/31/we-wont-allow-crisis-that-will-destabilize-rivers-people-source-of-livelihood-fubara/

this is just so abnormal. one elected official removed another elected official and everyone has moved on.

Igbos don push this one into political oblivion

Nzogbu Nzogbu

Cowardigbos:
Igbos don push this one into political oblivion

Nzogbu Nzogbu

that fool will learn the hard way

He has 6 good months to make amendments but nzogbu nzogbu no go gree am see road

Let's see when he will have sense

The two clowns above should be ignored
They are 26 years into servitude so they are used to being peasants to their feudal master and anyone they see trying to break free from slavery is an enemy to them to who is ungrateful for his chains

COMRADES, as long as I am concerned, Fubara will definitely see the fall of Wike and Tinubu because according to the Bible, weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning!

May God bless Fubara and give him the strength to overcome the evil forces from Abuja.

To the ers of evil politicians in Nigeria, may evil befall you and your household just like that one below me. AMEN!

Mumu man speaking as if he his patriotic interest Kee you there

Politicians should fight their fights and leave the commoners alone.

Unfortunately, the commoners of Nigeria are very senseless and unpatriotic.

Dem sabi carry their oppressors matter for head like bread and pure water.

They don't hate themselves, it's just sharing formular nothing more, the moment they agree on sharing formular the rift and political noise or crisis will end naturally.

Same defend wen you defend for almost two years of nothing except fight and threats.

Oga, chop your suspension in peace and make amends where necessary make he no be say na Impeachment go follow the suspension ooo.

I love Igbos because Peter Obi can never be president

This guy should just rest abeg. Weren’t the interests of Rivers people served before you became governor? Abeg 🖐️

Terrible

He has still not learnt how to talk,still promoting chaos.Who are those that want to cause crisis depriving others of livelihood?

Fubara is coming back,,, there's a deal 🤝 coming from the back door and he's smart by ensuring no one creates chaos or unrest in he's name... They need some level of chaos to nab him fully and get rid of him permanently

Agboriotejoye:
The two clowns above should be ignored
They are 26 years into servitude so they are used to being peasants to their feudal master and anyone they see trying to break free from slavery is an enemy to them to who is ungrateful for his chains

Please shut up, incoherent nonentity like yourself calling others a peasant?

Clown

Watianoengineer:
I love Igbos because Peter Obi can never be president

Nyesom Wike will be the first Igbo President.

All suspension is now 6months .

First warning 6months

Second warning another 6months

Final warning is total sacking

Werey vagabond

Sharpsharp00123:
that fool will learn the hard way

He has 6 good months to make amendments but nzogbu nzogbu no go gree am see road

Let's see when he will have sense

by make amendments you mean HE should sign his position to WikE, i doubt if some of you have seen the resolution list Tinubu gave Fubara on behalf of wike

Peace cant come from Fubara, even if he sign everything to them as long as he remain governor Wike team will never be satisfy

The election cycle has been disrupted. If Fubara got suspended, it means he will go to SC to challenge it and get 6 month extension in office. It was this interference that gave us off-cycle elections in

1. Anambra - Peter Obi
2. Bayelsa - Timipre Sylva
3. Edo - Adams Oshiomole
4. Ekiti - Fayemi
5. Kogi - Ibrahim Idris
6. Ondo - Olusegun Mimiko
7. Osun - Rauf Aregbesola
8. Imo - Hope Uzondinma

1/4 of our elections are off cycle. So much for democracy.

The PDP governors went to the Supreme Court, why is the Supreme Fraud delaying to give an interpretation to section 305 of the fraudulent 1999 constitution?

The Supreme Court Fraud has negatively impacted out democracy because it allowed itself to be compromised!

markjam05:
this is just so abnormal. one elected official removed another elected official and everyone has moved on.

At least the Nigerian constitution allows the President to declare a state of Emergency under certain conditions. However, there is no place in the constitution where a Governor like Fubara is permitted to demolish the State house of Assembly and at the same time try to remove the elected House .
For demolishing the House alone, the guy deserves to be impeached and imprisoned.

My friend gerrout

theophorus:
Same defend wen you defend for almost two years of nothing except fight and threats.

Oga, chop your suspension in peace and make amends where necessary make he no be say na Impeachment go follow the suspension ooo.

Most impeachment in Nig are over turned by court go n check, even when Obj was president Pdp could not sustain the impeachment of gov. ladoja

Upon pa Adedibu molete king maker

Burob:
Please shut up, incoherent nonentity like yourself calling others a peasant?

brain dead retard

This Fubura doesn't understand the meaning of his suspension.l at all. He can't speak for Rivers state for the next 6 months. If he continues talking like this instead of making amends, he should expect further emergency extension.

InfoGuru118:

https://thisdaynigeria.news/2025/03/31/we-wont-allow-crisis-that-will-destabilize-rivers-people-source-of-livelihood-fubara/

Melagros:
COMRADES, as long as I am concerned, Fubara will definitely see the fall of Wike and Tinubu because according to the Bible, weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning!

I wish things happen this way. According to newton's law, nothing moves except it is moved. That is the way of all thjngs

Cowardigbos:
Igbos don push this one into political oblivion

Nzogbu Nzogbu

ibos Dey give you headache 24/7 online coward

Fubara lacks wisdom and is a fool. As much as I do not like what Wike is doing, Fubara simply lacks the political acumen required to handle Wike.
A wise man who is out of power, will guard his utterances. He should read the tea leaves. Plans are being developed to make sure he never returns to the state government house. His HOS is in Abuja bleating like a hyaena and doing everything possible to implicate him in financial malpractice. These people don't intend for him to return.

Instead of working to gain heavy allies, Fubara is moping and doing nothing of effect. You can only fight for people when you are in a position to fight.