Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, made his first public appearance on Sunday, five days following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state and his subsequent suspension from office.
Fubara attended a special prayer, worship, and thanksgiving service at the Salvation Ministries Headquarters in Government Reservation Area (GRA), Port Harcourt. His attendance quelled rumors that he had fled the state amid the ongoing political turmoil.
During the service, Fubara expressed his gratitude to God for His unwavering love and support through the political crisis. He was accompanied by several prominent politicians, elders, and stakeholders from Rivers State.
His Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, listed notable figures in attendance, including: Dr. Edison Ehie (Chief of Staff), Senator John Azuta Mbata (Former Senate President Pro-Tempore & President-General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide), Dr. Sam Sam Jaja (Former Deputy National Chairman, PDP), Chief Orits Onyiri, Chief Mike Elechi, Chief David Briggs, Dr. Tamunosisi Gogo-Jaja, Amaopusenibo Fubara Hart, Chief Theodore Georgewill, Hon. Kingston Sylvanus, Hon. Ezebunwo Ichemati (Former Mayor of Port Harcourt), Hon. Israel Abosi (Former Ikwerre Local Government Chairman), and Chief David Omereji (Former Emohua Local Government Chairman).
The service, which was deeply spiritual, was led by Pastor David Ibiyeomie, who delivered a sermon on “Living a Blessed Life” (Genesis 1:28). The congregation joined in uplifting songs, prayers, and scriptural readings, all aimed at invoking peace, progress, and prosperity for Rivers State.
A special prayer session was also held for Governor Fubara, reinforcing his faith in divine justice as he navigates the ongoing political upheaval.
