Fubara ‘Goes Spiritual’ After End Of Rivers Emergency Rule

Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the church and people of the state to remain steadfast in prayers as he resumes governance following the end of the six-month emergency rule.

The governor said prayers and intercessions had been the pillar of his strength and would remain vital as he fulfils his mandate to the people.

Fubara made the appeal on Sunday at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Opobo Town, headquarters of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area, where he attended a thanksgiving service.

The service, themed “2025 Harvest of Divine Possibilities”, was his first public outing since returning to office. According to a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, the governor described the visit as a personal moment of gratitude.

“I am here together with my wife this first Sunday after the suspension of the state of emergency. We cannot thank God enough as a family. Our being here is private; we came simply to worship in our home church. When my story ends, this church will lead me to my next journey,” Fubara said.

“So, it is important that I come here to say thank you quietly before the Almighty God for what He has done, what He is doing, and what He will continue to do, not just for me and my family, but for this State and Nigeria.”

The governor thanked the people of Opobo for years of fasting and intercession on his behalf, likening prayers to deposits in a bank whose dividends manifest in due season.

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He also emphasised the importance of peace, aligning his remarks with the commemoration of the International Day of Peace.

*“The greatest gift anyone can wish for is peace. Peace in the home prevents sickness and worry. Peace in the community attracts development. Peace within yourself promotes good health. Truly, peace is the most important thing.

“I urge everyone to hold peace dear as a symbol of unity and a foundation for the progress of our dear state,”* he added.

Fubara reaffirmed his commitment to the service of Rivers people and called for continued prayers and support for his administration.

The service featured special prayers led by Venerable Emmanuel Nwuju, Vicar of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, for the governor, his family, his administration, and the peace of Rivers State and Nigeria.

Fubara was accompanied by his wife, Lady Valerie Siminalayi Fubara, Chief of Staff, Dr. Edison Ehie, and other stakeholders, including Chief Oris Onyiri, Amaopusenibo Fubara Hart, Hon. Damiete Herbert Miller, and Chief Theodore Georgewill.

Also present were the Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Council, Barr. James A. James, his deputy, Mrs. Gladys Daniel Legg-Jack, and several dignitaries.

President Bola Tinubu had declared emergency rule in Rivers State on March 18, 2025, following the political crisis between Fubara and his predecessor, now FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

During the emergency period, Fubara, his deputy Prof. Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly were suspended, while former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.), was appointed as administrator.

The six-month emergency ended last Thursday, with Tinubu directing Fubara, his deputy, and the House of Assembly to resume office.