Battle For Rivers: Fubara Assures Supporters OF His Safety And Well-being

Speaking to The PUNCH under the condition of anonymity, the source declined to disclose the governor’s location but reassured the public that there was no reason for concern. “I have spoken to the governor, and there is no cause for alarm,” the source stated.

This reassurance follows growing concerns from the Rivers State Elders and Leaders Council, who had raised alarm over Fubara’s silence since his suspension.

The development comes in the wake of President Bola Tinubu’s bold move on March 18, suspending Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. The decision was aimed at restoring governance and stability in the crisis-ridden state.

Rivers State has been engulfed in months of political turmoil, fueled by a fierce power struggle between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The prolonged conflict has resulted in violent clashes, legislative deadlock, and legal battles, ultimately crippling the state’s administration. President Tinubu’s intervention seeks to put an end to the escalating unrest.