BREAKING: Fubara’s Message to Rivers Citizens After Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration

BREAKING: Fubara’s Message to Rivers Citizens After Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has responded to the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu. The declaration, made on Tuesday evening, cited the need to restore law and order in the state and included the suspension of Governor Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for an initial six months. Retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas was appointed as the new administrator to oversee the state’s affairs………..READ MORE

In his reaction, Governor Fubara called on the people of Rivers State to remain calm. He expressed his commitment to the constitutional order and the welfare of the people, emphasizing that his administration had prioritized the security of lives and property, as well as the progress of the state. He acknowledged the political disagreements but reassured the public that governance would continue, with salaries paid and key projects moving forward. Fubara urged Rivers residents to remain peaceful and law-abiding during this challenging time and promised to work with relevant institutions to ensure the state’s continued progress within the democratic framework.