President Tinubu Commends Fubara for Embracing Reconciliation in Rivers

According to a report by Punch Newspaper on Saturday November 7, 2026, President Bola Tinubu has commended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for embracing reconciliation, saying the governor’s decision helped maintain peace amid the political crisis in the state.

Tinubu also praised Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike for his contributions to infrastructure development, describing him as a partner in the administration’s development efforts.

The president spoke on Saturday at the Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Addressing Fubara, Tinubu thanked him for his conduct during efforts to resolve the dispute.

Siminalayi Fubara, Your Excellency, the host governor of today, I want to thank you specifically for your maturity, understanding, respect for the wisdom of elders, he said.

When we intervened, you respected our position. You maintained peace. You are a committed Democrat. Fubara, you will not regret what you have done as long as all of us are alive.

Tinubu said Fubara’s willingness to accept the reconciliation process demonstrated maturity and respect for the intervention. He expressed confidence that the governor would not regret choosing peace.

The president’s comments came against the backdrop of a prolonged political dispute in Rivers State involving Fubara and Wike, his predecessor and political ally-turned-rival.

The tensions had drawn national attention and prompted efforts to ease the conflict.

Tinubu acknowledged the importance of restoring calm, praising Fubara for respecting the position taken during the intervention and for maintaining peace. He also described the governor as a committed democrat.

The remarks offered public recognition of Fubara’s role in the reconciliation process, while signalling Tinubu’s support for efforts to prevent further political instability in the state.

Tinubu also used the event to commend Wike, who previously served as Rivers governor and is now a member of the federal cabinet.

He praised the minister’s commitment to infrastructure development and his contributions to projects across the country.

The president characterized Wike as a development partner of his administration, highlighting infrastructure as a key area of their cooperation. He did not specify particular projects during the comments provided.

The rally brought together political figures and supporters in Port Harcourt, with Tinubu’s remarks addressing both the state’s reconciliation efforts and the federal government’s development agenda.

His praise for the two politicians underscored the importance he placed on cooperation and stability.

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