Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara on Monday announced that he has reconciled with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, following a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Speaking to State House correspondents, Fubara said his visit was to officially inform the President that he had resumed duty after his six-month suspension. He described the meeting as a “father-and-son discussion,” during which he thanked Tinubu and sought guidance to prevent future political unrest in Rivers.
“You’re aware that the suspension was lifted midnight of the 17th, and I came in on the 19th. Ideally, it’s proper for me to see Mr. President and to tell him that I’m back, and I’ve also resumed my responsibility as the governor of Rivers State,” he said.
On the peace process, Fubara confirmed: “As far as I’m concerned, we have made peace. Fubara and his principal are working together.”
Fubara’s visit marks his first official meeting with Tinubu since the lifting of the state of emergency on September 18. The President had earlier, in March, suspended democratic structures in Rivers and appointed a sole administrator during the crisis.
What you should know
Governor Fubara’s meeting with President Tinubu signifies a turning point in Rivers State’s political crisis.
By reconciling with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, and seeking Tinubu’s guidance, Fubara has signaled stability and cooperation in the state’s governance after months of turbulence. This could reshape Rivers’ political climate going forward.
