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Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has rejected allegations from President Bola Tinubu following his suspension and the declaration of a state of emergency. Fubara blamed tensions on ex-Governor Nyesom Wike’s remarks and reaffirmed his commitment to peace. The crisis has sparked a nationwide debate on Tinubu’s intervention.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has dismissed allegations made against him by President Bola Tinubu following the declaration of a state of emergency and his suspension from office.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, Fubara refuted claims that he supported militant threats or played a role in the recent unrest. He emphasized that the Rivers State House of Assembly complex, which was previously demolished, was undergoing reconstruction and nearing completion.

Fubara also pointed to former governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, as a key factor in the tensions gripping the state. He accused Wike of making inflammatory comments about the Ijaw ethnic group, which, according to him, provoked widespread reactions from community leaders and activists.

The governor reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining peace and protecting vital infrastructure, particularly oil facilities in the region. He highlighted his past role in the Presidential Committee on Oil Installations Protection, stressing that he had consistently urged restraint among his supporters.

The political crisis in Rivers has drawn national attention, with many questioning Tinubu’s decision to intervene directly in state affairs. While some support the President’s move as necessary for stability, others see it as an overreach of federal power.

As the situation unfolds, Fubara remains defiant, insisting that his administration prioritizes security and development while rejecting what he describes as politically motivated accusations.