Rivers National Assembly Caucus Commends Tinubu for Lifting State of Emergency, Urges Fubara, Lawmakers to Ensure Harmony

Rivers State Caucus in the National Assembly has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the lifting of the 6-month suspension of democratic structures in Rivers State which they said was necessary as a result of growing security challenges that threatened the peace, political, and economic situations of Rivers state.

In a statement jointly signed by Senator Bari Mpigi, Rt. Hon. Dum Dekor, Rt. Hon. O.K Chinda and Rep. Cyril Hart who is the Caucus Secretary, the members urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the members of the State House of Assembly led by Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewule to demonstrate unfeigned commitment, anchored on openness, unity, focusing on ensuring they accomplish purposeful delivery of dividends of democracy to the people of Rivers State.

The Caucus also called on the elders, leaders, stakeholders, and the people of Rivers to embrace togetherness by supporting Governor Fubara, and members of the State Assembly in their resolve to work harmoniously for the interest of the state.

The federal lawmakers also pledged their committed to protecting the interest of Rivers State at all times.

The statement read in parts: “We note that, though the invocation of emergency rule on March 18, 2025, elicited mixed reactions from concerned individuals.
Members of the Caucus are happy that President Tinubu, being a democrat has taken the right decision for the resumption of all democratic apparatus in the State. Indeed, this has further shown his commitment to democratic norms, peace, unity, and development of Rivers State and the entire country.

“Conscious that lessons have been learnt; experiences have been garnered, the Caucus urges all stakeholders in Rivers State to embrace true peace, and genuine reconciliation for the common good of all.

“Also, we urge our dear Governor, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS, and the Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewule led Assembly to demonstrate unfeigned commitment, anchored on openness, unity, and focus towards ensuring that they accomplish purposeful delivery of dividends of democracy to the people of Rivers State.

“Going forward, the Caucus calls on our Elders, Leaders, stakeholders, and the people of Rivers to embrace togetherness by supporting Governor Fubara, and members of the State Assembly in their resolve to work harmoniously for the interest of the state. In doing this, all the indigenes and lovers of Rivers State must eschew bickering, propaganda, cleavages, media hypers, and some other narrow-minded persuasions that are not necessary for the meaningful development of the state.

“We remain committed to protecting the interest of Rivers State at all times and shall always work towards a harmonious and progressive relationship of all stakeholders.”