President Tinubu Meets Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Amidst Ongoing Political Crisis
In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu met with the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, on June 3, 2025, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to resolve the political crisis that has engulfed Rivers State since March.
Governor Fubara was suspended on March 18, 2025, following President Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The President cited political instability and governance challenges as reasons for the suspension, appointing Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) as the state’s administrator for an initial period of six months .
The recent meeting between President Tinubu and Governor Fubara suggests a possible move towards resolving the political crisis in Rivers State. While details of their discussion have not been made public, the engagement indicates ongoing efforts to address the state’s governance issues.
Previously, in April 2025, President Tinubu and Governor Fubara held a meeting in London to discuss the political situation in Rivers State .
The political crisis in Rivers State has drawn national attention, with various stakeholders expressing concern over the suspension of the state’s elected officials. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has argued that President Tinubu lacks the constitutional power to remove Governor Fubara under the pretext of a state of emergency .
As discussions continue, the outcome of these high-level meetings remains to be seen. The people of Rivers State and the nation at large await resolutions that will restore democratic governance and stability in the state.
