Fubara Missing in Action After Tinubu’s Clearance and Wike’s Forgiveness — Supporters Left Disappointed in Port Harcourt

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Governor Siminalayi Fubara has once again failed to resume office in Rivers State despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s clearance and Minister Nyesom Wike’s public forgiveness, following the end of the controversial six-month emergency rule.

Supporters of the Simplified Movement gathered as early as 6am at the Rivers State Government House, expecting their governor to make a triumphant return. By 3pm, the crowd began dispersing in disappointment as Fubara failed to appear. Reports suggest he is currently out of the country, with sources insisting he will resume tomorrow, September 19th.

Meanwhile, Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule — widely tipped as Fubara’s possible replacement — resumed fully today. The Assembly has directed Fubara to forward a list of commissioner-nominees for screening and confirmation, while also vowing to probe how state funds were managed under the emergency sole administrator, Vice Admiral Ibot Ekwe Ibas (Rtd).

The situation has raised fresh political intrigue. Past reports alleged that Fubara’s return was tied to conditions: he would not contest for re-election, nor make appointments or nominations, with key decisions, including commissioner lists and possibly even local government chairmanships, allegedly dictated from outside his office.

However, Wike has since dismissed such claims, stressing that “Fubara is the governor, and he alone chooses how best to run the state, who his commissioners are, and whether he wants to seek a second term.”

Still, questions linger. Many argue Fubara may now be returning as a ceremonial placeholder, with little control over governance. Others speculate he may be disinterested or even considering resignation.

Update: For the second day in a row, thousands of youths have stormed Port Harcourt International Airport to welcome Fubara amid reports he is flying back from a Dubai vacation. His supporters remain hopeful he will finally resume office tomorrow.