Tinubu declared emergency rule six months ago amid Fubara’s clash with his estranged political godfather, Nyesom Wike, now FCT Minister.
The President suspended Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and the Rivers Assembly, appointing former naval chief Vice Admiral Ibot Ekwe Ibas as Sole Administrator, a move widely criticised.
On Wednesday, Tinubu announced the measure would lapse at midnight, saying reports indicated “no need for it to last a day longer.” He ordered Fubara, his deputy, and lawmakers to resume duties. While the Assembly reconvened, Fubara and Odu did not appear.
Supporters under the Simplified Movement thronged Government House, Port Harcourt, from 6 a.m., bringing drums, flutes, and dance troupes in a show of solidarity.
They included sacked local government chairmen and former factional Speaker Victor Oko-Jumbo. The crowd blocked Nnamdi Azikiwe Road, causing gridlock, but dispersed by midday when Fubara failed to show.
Fubara’s absence has fueled speculation. During the emergency period, he reportedly attended a peace meeting with Wike and Assembly members at Tinubu’s behest.
According to TheCable, insiders said conditions included Fubara abandoning a second-term bid in 2027 and ceding power to Wike to nominate all 23 LGA chairmen. Although council polls were held last month, Fubara neither participated nor commented.
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