Fubara humbled by massive reception, to address Rivers at 6 p.m.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara will address residents at 6 p.m., thanking supporters for their solidarity after the lifting of emergency rule.
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Fubara arrives in Port Harcourt…
Siminalayi Fubara landed at Port Harcourt International Airport today at 11:50 a.m., returning to Rivers State two days after President Bola Tinubu lifted the state of emergency imposed on the state.
“Governor Fubara returns to Rivers after emergency rule ends”
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara returned to Port Harcourt on Friday, welcomed by political allies after President Bola Tinubu lifted the state of emergency and ordered his reinstatement.
Wike alleges Amaechi ordered General Saham to assassinate him
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Wike: Tinubu chose peace over politics in ending Rivers crisis
Wike said President Tinubu ended Rivers State’s emergency rule to prioritise peace, despite the government’s ability to prolong it.
Obasanjo dismisses third-term allegations, says “No Nigerian can prove it”
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What caused the delay in Fubara Government House return
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara delayed his expected return to Government House on Thursday despite the lifting of emergency rule, as the House of Assembly resumed plenary and vowed to review the past six months’ finances.
Wike: Tinubu tolerant of insults, Nigerians lucky to have him
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike defended President Tinubu’s tolerance of criticism, dismissed health rumours, and pledged N25bn for the FCT health sector while urging due process.