Fubara wiill return to Rivers Government House, says Tompolo
By KEMI KASUMU
While the suspended pro-Wike lawmakers of Rivers State are currently away in France to strategise for the next elections in the state, allegedly, victim of their “political rascality” for close to two years now, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, will be taking back his seat as Governor of the state in no distant time, it has been said.
This was as ex-militant leader leader in the Niger Delta region, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, expressed confidence that the suspended Rivers State governor, Fubara, will be reinstated.
Ekpemupolo made this declaration during celebrations to mark his birthday anniversary during the weekend in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.
It will be recalled that Fubara, his deputy and members of the State House of Assembly, were suspended via a state of emergency proclamation by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on March 18, 2025 after which the president appointed the former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), to run the affairs of the state for initial six months as sole administrator.
Addressing guests at the event, Tompolo underscored the unity and resilience of the Ijaw Nation, saying, “We have only one state, and our focus remains on Bayelsa. If you think power lies solely in being president or governor, and you attempt to undermine Bayelsa, you will face consequences.
“One of us is stronger than twenty. Our brother, the governor of Bayelsa State, no matter our political disagreements—will always have our support.
“Even in Rivers State, our son Fubara will return to his rightful place. Dialogue and understanding will prevail.”
Tompolo also reflected on the political dynamics that led to Fubara’s emergence, referencing former Governor Nyesom Wike’s role in his ascension.
He said, “Wike is my friend, but when he chose Fubara, no Ijaw man was involved or consulted. Yet, here we are standing for truth.”
