A crowd of supporters has gathered at the VIP wing of Port Harcourt International Airport in Rivers State, awaiting the arrival of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Sources say the governor is expected to return to the state after a period of absence, a development that comes amid a recent political crisis.
The crisis involved Governor Fubara, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike, and Speaker of the House of Assembly Martin Amaewhule, leading President Bola Tinubu to suspend the governor, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and state lawmakers for six months. This suspension was part of an emergency rule imposed on the state.
On Wednesday, President Tinubu announced the end of the six‑month emergency rule in Rivers, paving the way for the suspended officials to return. Following the announcement, the House of Assembly resumed sitting on Thursday, but Governor Fubara was notably absent from Government House, even as hundreds of supporters gathered to welcome him back.
The governor’s return is significant given the recent political turmoil, which had created uncertainty and tension in Rivers State. With the emergency rule lifted and the legislature back in session, attention now turns to how the state will move forward under Governor Fubara’s leadership. The gathering of supporters at the airport underscores the high level of interest and anticipation surrounding his arrival. As the situation continues to unfold, the next steps taken by Governor Fubara and other stakeholders will be crucial in determining the future trajectory of Rivers State.
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