Tinubu's Instructions Met With Stalemate as Fubara Falls Short on Resuming River Activities
The reinstatement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu has sparked a wave of celebration, with thousands of supporters gathering at the Government House in Port Harcourt. The gathering, which began as early as 7:00 a.m., included residents, musicians, masquerades, and political leaders.
However, the governor was conspicuously absent from the celebration. His silence has been a topic of concern for political analyst Omenazu Jackson, who described it as troubling. Jackson stated that Fubara must either defend the mandate of the Rivers people or walk away.
Similar sentiments were echoed by APC chieftain Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, who defended Fubara's absence, calling it an act of restraint. Eze argued that those who suspended Fubara should offer explanations and assure him of full powers and protection.
The absence of Fubara and the uncertainty surrounding his whereabouts were further compounded by reports of security operatives barring staff from accessing the Brick House. By 5:10 p.m., the Government House and adjoining roads had been deserted.
As of press time, Governor Fubara had yet to address the state. This silence has left both his loyalists and residents anxious. In an interview with The Guardian, Omenazu Jackson stated that Fubara's announcement on the day of his reinstatement that he would present a comprehensive five-point agenda outlining his plans for governance offers a glimmer of hope.
Meanwhile, the House of Assembly has commended President Tinubu for restoring democratic governance and has requested Governor Fubara to forward commissioner nominees to constitute a new Executive Council and submit a supplementary appropriation bill for the remainder of 2025.
Additionally, the House of Assembly passed a motion to investigate contracts and expenditures executed under Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) during the state of emergency.
The judiciary also announced the end of its annual vacation, with courts reopening on September 17. Government activities resumed across the three arms of government.
Omenazu Jackson, as the Chancellor of the International Society for Social Justice and Human Rights, continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide further analysis as developments unfold.
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