Fubara Explains Why He Accepted Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers: “The Costliest Peace is Cheaper Than the Cheapest War”
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has revealed why he chose not to legally challenge the six-month state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu, stressing that his decision was driven by a commitment to peace, stability, and unity in the state.
In a televised statewide broadcast on Friday, shortly after resuming office following the suspension of the emergency rule, Fubara said he resisted mounting pressure to contest the declaration in court.
“As your governor, I accepted to abide by the state of emergency declaration and chose to cooperate with Mr President and the National Assembly, guided by my conviction that no sacrifice was too great to secure peace, stability and progress together in Rivers State,” he explained.
The governor admitted that the suspension of democratic institutions during the crisis was difficult to endure but insisted that dialogue and cooperation were preferable to prolonged conflict.
Tinubu’s Mediation and Wike’s Role
Fubara praised President Tinubu for personally intervening in the political crisis that had divided Rivers State, brokering a peace agreement between him, political stakeholders, and former governor Nyesom Wike.
“In the course of this six-month period, Mister President graciously brokered the peace process with all the parties successfully. Our leader, His Excellency, Nyesom Wike, all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, I, as your governor, have all accepted to bury the hatchet and embrace peace and reconciliation in the best interest of our dear state,” he said.
Governor of Rivers state Sir Siminalayi Fubara
A Call for Reconciliation and Renewal
Fubara reassured Rivers people that his administration is now turning its focus to rebuilding trust, consolidating peace, and driving inclusive development.
“There remain ample opportunities for necessary adjustments, reconciliation, and inclusiveness. Let us remember the saying: the costliest peace is cheaper than the cheapest war,” the governor added.
He concluded with a call for unity: “This is a moment for a fresh beginning. Let us work together with renewed hope and determination to build a stronger and more peaceful Rivers State, ensuring that no one is left behind.”
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