Calls for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s resignation or impeachment have been sharply bemoaned by the Supreme Council for Sim, a political organization that backs the embattled governor.
Tony Okocha, a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had threatened to impeach the governor of Rivers State unless he resigned. He accused him of insulting President Bola Tinubu, who had previously interfered in the state’s political problem with an eight-point agenda, of mismanaging the state, and of breaking the law.
However, two pro-Fubara group leaders called Okocha’s comments offensive during a media event in Port Harcourt.
The group’s convener, Joshua Fubara, cautioned Okocha and others pushing for the governor’s removal against mistaking his humility for weakness.
He argued that if Governor Fubara had adopted the confrontational approach of some political figures, the state would have been thrown into chaos.
He further asserted that based on the governor’s performance, Rivers people should be considering a second term for Fubara, a cause the group is already advocating.
Esezi Obilor-Rukani, another group leader, rejected the threats of impeachment, claiming that Fubara had not committed any crimes that would result in his removal from office.
Citing significant accomplishments like the long-overdue advancement of government servants after eight years and the implementation of a ₦85,000 minimum salary, he praised the governor for leading with honesty and compassion.
According to Obilor-Rukani, the governor has also prudently managed state resources, leading to significant investments in road construction, healthcare, and education infrastructure.
The group emphasized that, in line with the Supreme Court ruling, all political factions should close ranks to move the state forward.
To this end, they urged the Rivers State House of Assembly to honour Fubara’s invitation for dialogue before resuming legislative activities. They believed such discussions would help de-escalate tensions and foster mutual understanding.
