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Fubara gives youth crucial instruction amid Rivers crisis

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has directed the 23 Local Government Chairpersons to hand over power to local government administrators, following a Supreme Court ruling on the political crisis in the state.
The Supreme Court ruled that the pro-Wike lawmakers are legitimate and ordered Fubara to re-present the budget to them.
Fubara stated, 'Although we disagree with the judgment we are bound to obey as a law-abiding government.'
He assured the youth of Rivers State that decisive steps would be taken, stating, 'I will lead the cause for that decision' if necessary.

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Pulse Nigeria

Fubara gives youth crucial instruction amid Rivers crisis

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged his supporters to remain resolute in the face of ongoing political challenges, declaring that the battle ahead is far from over. His call to action follows the Supreme Court’s recent ruling nullifying the October 5, 2024, local government election in the state and maintaining the status of Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 26 other lawmakers until further legal determination. The apex court also dir…

4 hours ago·Nigeria

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Premium Times Nigeria

Fubara implements Supreme Court judgement, directs council chairpersons to vacate office

“Although we disagree with the judgment, we are bound to obey the order made therein as a law-abiding government,” Mr Fubara said, adding that the state is back to its trying time. The post Fubara implements Supreme Court judgement, directs council chairpersons to vacate office appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

2 days ago·Abuja, Nigeria

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Tribune Online

S’Court verdict: Ijaw people ready to defend Fubara, INC tells Tinubu

Tribune Online S’Court verdict: Ijaw people ready to defend Fubara, INC tells Tinubu The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has condemned the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Rivers State political crisis, warning that it could lead to widespread instability in the Niger Delta. The INC, through its President, Prof. Benjamin Okaba, declared that the judgment failed to acknowledge the historical and political sacrifices made by the Ijaw people […] S…

14 hours ago

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247ureports.com

Gov. Fubara Vows to Defend Rivers Interests at All Costs Against Nebuchadnezzar, Commissions New Staff Quarters

By: Daure David Governor Siminalayi Fubara has pledged to prioritize the interests of Rivers State above all else, even if it means facing the risk of losing his position. The governor made this declaration on Monday, March 3, 2025, during the commissioning of a newly constructed Government House Staff Quarters in Port Harcourt. In […] The post Gov. Fubara Vows to Defend Rivers Interests at All Costs Against Nebuchadnezzar, Commissions New Staff…

16 hours ago

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Freedom Online

Fubara vows governance will prevail despite opposition

Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has vowed that governance will prevail despite the opposition in the state. Fubara made the remark while

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Nigerian News. Latest Nigeria News. Your online Nigerian Newspaper.

I’m not scared of anything, worst that can happen is leaving office —Fubara

Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers state, says he is not scared of the outcome of the political crisis in the state. Fubara spoke on Monday during the inauguration of the residential quarters for the government house staff in Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital. Speaking at the event, Fubara said the worst thing that could happen to him is to leave the position of the governor. The governor said anytime his administration wants to achie…

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